Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Overview

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role focuses on the design and development of complex mechanical systems within a multidisciplinary team. This hybrid contract position, suitable for an engineer proficient in Catia 3DX, involves taking ownership of structural mechanical designs from concept to manufacture and assembly. The successful candidate will contribute to innovative projects in the clean energy sector, working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure successful realization of designs.

Responsibilities

  • Produce detailed mechanical designs using CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX).
  • Design structural steel components, chassis, frames and welded fabrications.
  • Develop mechanical assemblies with a focus on structural integrity, manufacturability and performance.
  • Produce high-quality CAD models, engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
  • Work closely with manufacturing teams to support fabrication, assembly and commissioning.
  • Perform design reviews and implement Design for Manufacture (DfM) principles.
  • Support prototype builds and resolve engineering issues during manufacture and assembly.
  • Take ownership of designs throughout the full product development lifecycle.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer.
  • Strong proficiency with CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX).
  • Experience designing structural steelwork, welded fabrications, chassis or mechanical frames.
  • Strong understanding of structural design principles and mechanical assemblies.
  • Experience producing manufacturing drawings and fabrication documentation.
  • Good understanding of manufacturing processes, welding techniques and Design for Manufacture (DfM).
  • Experience supporting projects through manufacture, assembly and testing.
  • Knowledge of steel fabrication and welding standards is desirable.
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TechnologiesCAD, CATIA
LocationBuckinghamshire
TypeHybrid
PostedNEW