Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

7 Days Old

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Southampton / Hybrid, UK
£55 - 65,000 + benefits

If you enjoy working in a flexible and dynamic start-up environment and love variety within your role then this senior mechanical design engineer opportunity would be a great fit.
The company specialises in wind propulsion systems for the marine sector and due to considerable growth plans, they are looking for a senior mechanical design engineer to join their team and help drive products from concept through to full scale production.

Your Role: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer:

Lead mechanical and structural design of subsystems from concept through manufacturing release
Produce 3D models, detailed drawings and structural/ thermal FEA calculations to ensure robust designs, design for manufacture (DFM) & continuous improvement are achieved
Manage design validation, documentation and integration with performance, systems and manufacturing teams
Champion professional standards of engineering integrity, safety and sustainability within the team (DNV, LR etc)
Lead rapid resolution of design issues arising from manufacturing and supplier feedback to maintain delivery momentum
Own engineering interface with international suppliers, ensuring timely resolution of issues and progress toward delivery
Skills / Knowledge: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer:

A good degree in a relevant subject (e.g. mechanical / structural / marine engineering)
Strong industry experience in either heavy structural design, heavy machinery, marine, wind turbines, cranes, shipping design, capital equipment, hydraulic lifting platforms
Proven industry experience taking a product from concept into full production with good knowledge of DFM, DFA, large, welded structures, materials, corrosion, composites and steels etc
Proven experience of high end 3D solid modelling CAD software (e.g. Inventor, Siemens NX, Solidworks, Creo, Catia or similar)
Practical, hands on engineering skills would be ideal - ability to build or fabricate systems
Proven experience driving cost-reductions to achieve targets
Positive, enthusiastic attitude with a passion for engineering and mechanical product / structural design
This role sits within a growing start up business so flexibility and an adaptable approach to engineering is required.
The role offers hybrid working with 3 days in the office based around Southampton
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Location:
Southampton
Salary:
£55,000 - £65,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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