Lead Mechanical Engineer

•    Flexible hours and excellent benefits package

•    Opportunity to take the lead of NPI projects

•    Tailored progression paths

Scientific equipment used in research around the world and a chance to take a lead role in bringing products to life and leading projects from start to finish. As part of a multi-discipline team, and with everything manufactured in house you can see designs right through to the end product. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is keen to contribute to the development of cutting-edge scientific instrumentation.

The people you’ll be working with are brilliant, all dedicated to their work and pulling in the same direction. Plus, they will work with you to create a tailored development plan to help you keep moving forward in your career. 

The Role: Lead Design Engineer

•    Actively contribute to design projects, including developing project plans, preparing specifications, and creating 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks.

•    Perform verification and validation activities, engaging with subcontractors and customers to ensure excellence in design and functionality.

•    Produce comprehensive parts lists and bills of materials, and support the production team in testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting, particularly for new product introductions.

•    Lead design reviews, and be the technical voice for mechanical engineering. 

The Candidate: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

The ideal candidate will consider themselves a proactive person who looks for solutions to problems, and will have most of the following skills and experience: 

•    3+ years’ experience in mechanical design in a role such as Design Engineer, Principle Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Senior Design Engineer

•    Qualification in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Industrial Engineering or a related field.

•    Experience using Solidworks, Inventor, Solid Edge, Creo or a similar package

•    Ability to think of your feet

•    Confident in voicing your opinions and ideas, both within the team and to other departments