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Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer

Aerospace

A Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer is required to join an engineering team who are working on the design and development of UAV / Drone launch systems. The company design and develop their products in the UK for the global markets.

With a growing order book, they are seeking to grow their engineering team and require Senior / Mechanical Design Engineers to join their highly innovative and forward-thinking team. The Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer will be essential in strengthening the future engineering capabilities of the organisation and as such will be charged with developing mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of complex parts and assemblies.

The Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer will be proficient in CAD (ideally SolidWorks) to design and detail component and assembly models and the associated drawings.  A hands-on approach and can-do attitude are essential, as is the ability to work independently within a small engineering team.

What's in it for you?

• An excellent opportunity to work on highly innovative projects using your skills and experience to deliver high quality products to the global market
• Exciting opportunity to work for a pioneering British company that is at the forefront of innovation being recognised as a fast-growing organisation
• Work within a smaller engineering team where outstanding performance is recognised and rewarded where an individual can realise their designs from concept into a practical function product / system.
• Highly competitive salary

As Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer - you will be required to;

• Develop mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of UAV / drone launch system parts and assemblies and it's associated launch mechanism.
• Carrying out concept development for mechanical systems.
• Using hand calculations, simulation methods, modelling tools and CAE tools to size, analyse and optimise system elements.
• Carry out concept design of mechanical systems using SolidWorks
• Develop part and system testing plans.
• Support in-house prototype build.
• Occasional optional travel outside of the UK to support new projects

As Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer - you will have;

• BSc/BEng in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Proven mechanical design experience within the aerospace/defence/motorsport industries
• Proficient in modelling parts & assemblies in CAD (ideally SolidWorks)
• Proficient in carrying out engineering calculations and the use of modelling and simulations software to support their design work. (Mathcad, ANSYS or similar)
• Experience in developing mechanical systems from concept to reality
• Proven background in DFM
• Ideally some experience with DFMEA
• Knowledge of pneumatics would be beneficial though not essential

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Gas Turbine Design Engineer

Aerospace

A Gas Turbine Design Engineer is required to join an engineering team who are working on the design and development of light helicopters for the global market. The company design, develop and manufacture their products in the UK.

With extensive financial backing and a growing order book they are seeking to grow their engineering team and require Gas Turbine Design Engineers to join their team. The Gas Turbine Design Engineer will drive current and future gas turbine engine programmes forward, working with an engineering team to develop mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of Gas Turbine parts and assemblies .

What's in it for you?

• An excellent opportunity to work on highly innovative projects using your skills and experience to deliver iconic aircraft to the global market
• Exciting opportunity to work for a pioneering British owned company and share in their growing success as a fast-growing organisation
• Work within a smaller engineering team where outstanding performance is recognised & rewarded
• Highly competitive salary with extensive benefits

As Gas Turbine Design Engineer - you will be required to;

• Develop mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of Gas Turbine parts and assemblies .
• Develop rotating and stationary components.
• Develop cast, fabricated and machined parts and assemblies.
• Develop schemes for controlling tolerance stacks and critical fits and clearances.
• Creating high quality 3D CAD models of engine parts and assemblies.
• Work with the production team to ensure parts and assemblies are robustly optimised for efficient manufacture.
• Creating high quality technical drawings & documentation.

As Gas Turbine Design Engineer - you will have;

• BSc/BEng in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or HNC/HDC with equivalent experience)
• Proficient in modelling parts & assemblies in 3D CAD (ideally, but not essential CREO, training provided)
• Proficient in producing detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Experience with a PLM system (ideally Windchill, training provided)
• Experience with typical gas turbine materials, processes and practices.
• Experience with small gas turbine engines is considered a major advantage.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Systems Engineer

Are you ready to take your career to new heights with a role that combines technical excellence and innovation? This opportunity as a Systems Engineer / Senior Systems Engineer is your chance to play a vital role in shaping the future of high-reliability, safety-critical products within the aerospace and industrial sectors. As part of this company's dynamic team, you'll be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge condition monitoring solutions, ensuring world-class outcomes for customers. This company offers an inspiring environment where collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer-centric solutions are key to success.

What You Will Do as Systems Engineer:

• Lead the full systems engineering lifecycle, from concept definition and design to verification, validation, and deployment
• Act as the technical product owner for assigned systems, influencing product strategy and roadmap
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate market needs into actionable system requirements
• Identify and integrate emerging technologies to create innovative solutions
• Plan and manage resources, schedules, and milestones to achieve successful project outcomes
• Support customer proposals and technical demonstrations, ensuring alignment with business objectives

What You Will Bring as Systems Engineer:

• Proven expertise in developing high-reliability or safety-critical products in regulated industries
• Hands-on experience with standards such as DO-178C or IEC 61508
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical topics for diverse audiences
• A degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• Enthusiasm, proactivity, and a passion for delivering world-class solutions

This role is integral to the company's mission of delivering innovative and reliable condition monitoring solutions. With over 25 years of experience, this company is a leader in vibration analysis and diagnostic systems, specialising in dynamic track and balance technology for aircraft rotors and propellers.

This exciting role is based in the UK, offering occasional opportunities for business travel both domestically and overseas.

Interested?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to innovative advancements in systems engineering, apply now to become a Systems Engineer / Senior Systems Engineer with this forward-thinking company. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference and shape the future of condition monitoring solutions.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Sales Director - EMS

Our client is a scaling, private equity-backed group targeting further significant growth across their multi-site locations which manufactures, assembles and supplies EMS, Electronics, Cables and PCB products to a range of industries. To support their continued successful growth, they are seeking a NEW Sales Director who will be responsible for leading and delivering the Group's expansion further, specifically into the UK and European aerospace and defence sectors.

Based on their existing UK manufacturing capabilities and activity in these sectors, the role will carry full accountability for growth in these arenas with a particular focus on EMS - Electronic Manufacturing Services. This role will include commercial sales leadership, pipeline development, forecasting discipline, performance management and execution of a strategic and practical growth plan.

Having a full understanding of EMS and the opportunities within aerospace and defence, the Sales Director will:

-    Provide the organisation with a strategic plan to expand on existing relationships as well identify and target new

-    Actively promote the company to generate sales growth

-    Own the company commercial structure and activity

-    Work with the organisation to align their internal capabilities to support customer requirements and growth opportunities

-    Work with the internal marketing resource to promote actively and successfully within these markets

-    Manage existing client relationships to maximise return.

-    Lead the direct sales engagement with customers, completing all commercial activity to support successful relationship growth

-    Develops our clients position further within these global sectors

Specifically, suitable candidates should have a working experience range of EMS and electronic manufacturing and also understand the routes to these markets/applications. Wherever possible, candidates should have existing knowledge of suitable customers and market entry points as well as have the overall programme and supply chain awareness to identify and explore and develop these markets further.

Reporting to the CEO and having close connectivity with the Group sites, the successful candidate will bring additional experience of working in a manufacturing and EMS environment. They will be focused on profitable success.

Hybrid working in the UK/Europe and be able to support frequent travel and team/organisation/market engagement, suitable candidates should have similar experience in strategic commercial leadership as well as delivering revenue growth within a relating product/technical environment.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Business Development Manager - EDM - Aerospace/IGT (remote working - mid / eastern / northern states)

Following continued growth of our privately owned Client in the US and North American aerospace and IGT (industrial gas turbine) manufacturing sectors in particular, we are seeking a remotely based Business Development Manager to support the further delivery of sales of their EDM graphite and consumable products particularly into these sectors. This is a consultative sales approach and knowledge of graphite/EDM and aerospace/IGT is required.

As a dedicated sales professional ideally having experience in EDM / graphite, the role will be targeted on further growth with new and existing clients across these sectors. The Business Development Manager will represent the full product range from fully manufactured graphite parts to EDM consumables and wire. A background in CNC manufacturing & consumable sales would be considered.

Supported by product and process training where required, the Business Development Manager will be required to manage workloads, key account engagement and customer demands.

Key responsibilities include:

• Having a core focus on new customer identification and engagement.
• Support the management of existing relationships to develop further sales and programme inclusion.
• Work closely with the US General Manager to support sales development and strategy deployment.
• Manage your territory through meeting with customers and attending relating events and trade shows.
• Support and deliver accurate market growth.
• Maintain and contribute to the existing CRM.
• Following up on leads and quotations.
• Maintain visit logs and submit regular reports.
• Work in a process driven and professional approach.

The successful applicant will:

• Be self-motivated, tenacious, confident and results orientated.
• Have a full, clean US driving licence and be able to travel as required.
• Be able to work on their own initiative.
• Be comfortable in discussing commercial arrangements and negotiating, as well as dealing with objections.
• Have a suitable technical background and ideally a degree level education, candidates should preferably have a background in, or some knowledge of EDM or Graphite.
• Be able to manage relationships.

Our client is a UK based and privately owned business with over 50 year's experience. Their US office and warehouse is based in Virginia and this role is to support a realistic mid / northern / eastern States engagement.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.