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Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineers - Defence - Attractive

Northern England (Cumbria) - Permanent and Long Term - Military and Defence Systems

Multiple Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineers are required for an international Defence and Weapons Systems Company that is expanding their team.

Salary and Seniority will depend on your skills and experience.

This position will require full-time on-site presence (4.5 Day and 37 Hours - Plus Paid Overtime is Actively Encouraged

The Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineers will be part of the Mechanical Engineering team and will be involved in supporting technical changes to existing company products (i.e Defence and Weapons Systems).

This role may suit candidates from the Oil and Gas Industry or another Safety Critical Engineering sector.

The Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineers will be involved in the Mechanical Development, Tests, Trials and Commissioning and will have the opportunity to shape the next generation of defence/weapons platforms and future technology.

Key Duties and Responsibilities for the Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineers

• Developing the package of design evidence required to justify a safe, effective design and generate customer confidence in the design solution.
• Specifying and assisting in the build of prototypes, products and systems suitable for testing.
• Providing timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues.
• Ensuring that commitments are agreed, reviewed and met.
• Mentoring junior engineers regarding technical matters.
• Making presentations effectively to technical and management audiences and within this, be able to identify and keep abreast of novel technical concepts and markets.
• Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents and presentations as required.

Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required for the Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineers

• Educated to Degree level in Engineering, Mechanical or Science Subjects.
• Be able to work with technical documentation with the ability to present these to customers and wider groups.
• Have the ability to solve complex engineering calculations and FEA Analysis knowledge.
• Have an Engineering Life-cycle background.
• Some CAD knowledge, MS Office and be comfortable with other IT applications.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave Allowance
• Share Incentives Plans
• Professional Development
• Career Diversification
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2work and Employee Discounts
• Academic and Mentoring Support
• Annual Incentives Maybe Also Available

 **Security Clearance (SC) will be required due to the nature of the Defence products, Systems and Platforms involved**

Demand for this role will undoubtedly be high and interviews will be arranged very soon. If you have the right experience and you want to be considered, please apply today. If you have any questions about the Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer roles, please contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment on 01384 446127 or send suitable CV's to peter.heap@jonlee.co.uk

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.

Are you looking to secure a role within the defence industry and ready to accelerate your career as a Vehicle Technician Mechanic in an innovative and dynamic environment? This opportunity is not just a job; it's a chance to work with a company that has a rich history of over 90 years in delivering products direct to the front-line. This role offers an inspiring work setting where your contributions directly impact the company's success in the defence sector. Working a day shift you will have the option of working PAYE at £19.11 p/h or as a contractor at £25.00 p/h(ltd or Umbrella) 

What You Will Do:

- Visual Inspection: Inspect parts prior to fitting, identifying issues and escalating them as appropriate.

- Transferring Information: Fit parts to a vehicle following Manufacturing instructions.

- Multi-tasking: Work across different assembly cells, not just confined to one area.

- Vehicle Preparation: Remove base vehicle equipment, grind and sand internal surfaces of the vehicle using hand-held tools.

- Integration: Fit/integrate new parts/equipment to military vehicles, ensuring quality.

- Sub Assembly: Assemble a range of parts within tight timescales for the production line.

What You Will Bring:

- An affinity for and understanding of vehicles, ideally military vehicles.

- Capability of reading and interpreting design drawings and adhering to manufacturing instructions.

- Basic vehicle service skills with a focus on safety standards and situational safety awareness.

- A level 3 qualification in either an electrical or mechanical environment is desirable 

- Must be able to pass and Baseline Security check - DBS

- Passion, pride, and a keen eye for detail in your work.

This role is pivotal in supporting the assembly and refurbishment of armoured vehicles, contributing to the company's leadership in developing high-performance ultra-lightweight protection for both platform and personnel. The company prides itself on its innovative approach to defence and aerospace solutions, making a significant impact on the safety and efficiency of military and commercial sectors.

Location:

The role is based in Coventry, a city at the heart of the UK's manufacturing and engineering industry, offering a vibrant work-life balance.

Interested?:

If you're eager to take the next step in your career with a company that values innovation, quality, and the contributions of its team members, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a Vehicle Technician and be part of something truly extraordinary!

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.

Mechanical Systems Design Engineers - Defence Sector - Permanent - Attractive  – Bedfordshire

Mechanical Systems Design Engineers are needed for an established supplier of engineering solutions for the defence sector. They specialise in the design, manufacture and support of control systems, and power systems for defence platforms within the safety critical and harsh environment domain The company now needs Mechanical Systems Design Engineers for the full product life-cycle, and they are open to Mechanical Systems Design Engineers from recent Graduates with just a few year's experience to seasoned veterans with full careers of knowledge to share.

The Mechanical Systems Design Engineers work ranges from updates and modifications of existing products and solutions through to the mechanical design and development of complete, new systems to meet challenging technical constraints and demanding customer requirements.

The Mechanical Systems Design Engineers will report to the Engineering and Operations Director and positions are full-time office based at the company facility, although there will be scope for occasional remote working where project requirements permit. The Mechanical Systems Design Engineers will be responsible for designing Electro-Mechanical products and any knowledge of Electrical Power and or Control Systems would be an Advantage.

Key Duties for the Mechanical Systems Design Engineers

• Working as part of a team to design and develop the mechanical aspects of products and systems with particular emphasis on harsh environments and safety critical domains.
• Work through the whole engineering lifecycle (requirements, development, drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical reports).
• Ownership of some mechanical aspects of projects whilst working with Project Managers.
• Assist with supporting technical documentation, validation, and verification activities.
• Provide technical mechanical design support to project managers and customers.
• Develop and maintain mechanical drawings, parts lists, and manufacturing data.
• Adhere to the design control activities within the company systems.
• Assist with Systems Integration information, including technical and training materials.
• Review legacy equipment in respect of current standards, obsolescence, and design.
• Assist the customer in developing their requirements to realise a solution.
• Oversee prototypes and manufacture and submitting required documentation.
• Demonstrating compliance and manage testing, as necessary.

Key Skills/Experience Required for the Mechanical Systems Design Engineers

• Experience in a similar role within safety critical engineering environment
• Degree qualified engineer with some experience with DFMA, FEA, CFD etc.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD, ideally Inventor and or AutoCAD, for detailing design and data-packs.
• Experience in analysis, e.g. using associated software tools for structural analysis.
• Strong problem-solving ability with clear and effective communication, both written and verbal.
• A background in the defence sector and knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, welding and coating technology would be an advantage.
• Excellent at communicating and able to present internally and to customers, as necessary.
• You should have an eye for detail, a good positive can-do attitude and be hands on.
• Effective time management and planning skills are essential skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, and prepared to get the job done.

**Candidates must be British Nationals only as full BPSS and UK Security Clearance (SC) will be required, and this is due to the nature of the Defence products involved**

Demand for this role will undoubtedly be high, and interviews will be arranged very soon. If you have the right experience and you want to be considered, please apply today. If you have any questions about the Mechanical Systems Design Engineers role, please contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment on 01384 446127 or send suitable CV’s to peter.heap@jonlee.co.uk

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.