Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Derby
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The post will suit a mechanical design engineer or project engineer looking for an opportunity to develop their career within a fast-paced organisation at the cutting edge of engine design and development.

  • You will be responsible for the concept design, development and delivery of hydrogen, diesel and some electrical engine and powertrain systems and components from concept to launch.

  • Ensuring robust system/component regulations, quality, cost and timing requirements are met.

    The Role : Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Working within a dynamic engineering team, you will be responsible for the end-to-end mechanical design engineering activities (research, concept, 3D design, delivery and launch) relating to Transmissions, cooling, axels, connections, crank shaft, pistons, full engine systems etc

  • You will support in-house quality, manufacturing and service teams in resolving complex technical issues that lead to engineering change

  • Create clean sheet concept designs from first principles. Plan and execute Proof-of-Concept assessment either through test campaign, and/or first principle analysis and simulation

  • Support product development, ensuring design for assembly and achieving quality in design.

  • Create engine system and component specifications and designs based on agreed requirements with key stakeholders.

  • Develop engine system and component FMEAs and DVPs, Coordinate and supervise DVP activities (e.g. analytical, simulation, and rig/engine/machine testing)

  • Resolve engineering issues using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. Global 8D, DMAIC)

  • Engage and support suppliers via APQP process; deliver prototypes and PPAP parts to schedule and fulfil quality and performance requirements

    About you: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

  • You will have a degree in a mechanical engineering discipline, with a sound understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles

  • A sound grasp of engine product development cycle and expertise in engine system and component specification, design, development and sign-off

  • If not engines then experience in the design of dynamic, moving/rotating equipment: machinery, transmissions, powertrain, gearboxes, motors, robotics, capital equipment, aeroengines etc.

  • Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels

  • Demonstratable proficiency in use of 2D drawing and 3D Modelling packages with knowledge of mechanical engineering GD&T and manufacturing processes. (NX, Creo, Catia, SolidWorks etc)

  • Ability to lead projects and mentor/support junior engineers in the team

  • Knowledge of engine cooling, thermodynamics, induction systems would be beneficial

    The company offers excellent training and development with fantastic benefits including bonus, pension, health and 33 days holiday coupled with relocation and support with visa applications if required.

    This is a full-time, office-based role in Derbyshire, UK. Relocation and visa sponsorship can be considered for the right candidate. Commutable from: Rocester, Stoke-on-Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Birmingham, Uttoxeter, Stafford, Burton-on-Trent

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