Mechanical Systems Design Engineers

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

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