Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, 70k

Brighton, East Sussex
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with proven expertise in the design, development, and analysis of high-precision mechanical systems to join fast growing engineering firm. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years' experience in mechanical design and demonstrate technical proficiency in fabrication, metal components, and ideally, some motion systems.

This is a really exciting project with a team of enthusiastic, passionate engineers. It is a small expanding team of 20 who are winning significant contracts. Work on some varied and exciting projects!

Role Overview:

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will take ownership of mechanical design projects, focusing on the creation and optimization of components and assemblies. The role demands a high level of technical expertise in mechanical engineering and ability to be given a specification and run with it, with very little supervision.

The Mechanical Engineer will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions to clients across the globe. In Automotive, Aerospace & other industries.

Responsibilities:

* Develop and refine mechanical designs using SolidWorks, CATIA (or similar CAD package), ensuring compliance with engineering standards and tolerances.

* Design components and systems involving fabrication, metal materials, and precision equipment.

* Conduct bolt calculations, stress analysis, and, where applicable, utilize finite element analysis (FEA) to validate designs.

* Integrate and support motion systems, including servo motors, sensors, and associated control mechanisms.

* Collaborate with electrical engineers to ensure proper integration of electromechanical components.

* Prepare detailed technical documentation, including engineering drawings, specifications, and test plans.

* Support the manufacturing team during prototyping and production phases.

Qualifications and Skills:

* 5+ years’ experience in mechanical design engineering, with a focus on high-precision equipment and systems.

* Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software.

* Strong knowledge of fabrication processes, material selection, and metal component design.

* Familiarity with motion control systems, including servo motors and sensors.

* Experience with bolt and fastener calculations, stress analysis, and FEA tools.

* Basic electrical knowledge to facilitate the integration of mechanical and electrical systems.

* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work within tight tolerances.

Preferred Skills:

* Experience in designing for automated or motion-controlled systems.

* Understanding of safety and regulatory standards for mechanical and electromechanical systems.

Experience in the automotive and/or industrial automation industry would be highly beneficial

Job Info
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Job Title:
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, 70k
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Brighton, East Sussex
Salary:
£55000 - £70000 Per annum Pension, Health, Life
Posted:
Dec 3rd 2024
Closes:
Jan 3rd 2025
Sector:
Engineering
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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