Senior Mechanical Design Engineer                   
Southampton / Hybrid, UK                            
£55 - 65,000 + benefits
  
If you enjoy working in a flexible and dynamic start-up environment and love variety within your role then this senior mechanical design engineer opportunity would be a great fit.
The company specialises in wind propulsion systems for the marine sector and due to considerable growth plans, they are looking for a senior mechanical design engineer to join their team and help drive products from concept through to full scale production.
  
Your Role: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer:
  

• Lead mechanical and structural design of subsystems from concept through manufacturing release
• Produce 3D models, detailed drawings and structural/ thermal FEA calculations to ensure robust designs, design for manufacture (DFM) & continuous improvement are achieved
• Manage design validation, documentation and integration with performance, systems and manufacturing teams
• Champion professional standards of engineering integrity, safety and sustainability within the team (DNV, LR etc)
• Lead rapid resolution of design issues arising from manufacturing and supplier feedback to maintain delivery momentum
• Own engineering interface with international suppliers, ensuring timely resolution of issues and progress toward delivery

  
Skills / Knowledge: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer:
  

• A good degree in a relevant subject (e.g. mechanical / structural / marine engineering)
• Strong industry experience in either heavy structural design, heavy machinery, marine, wind turbines, cranes, shipping design, capital equipment, hydraulic lifting platforms
• Proven industry experience taking a product from concept into full production with good knowledge of DFM, DFA, large, welded structures, materials, corrosion, composites and steels etc
• Proven experience of high end 3D solid modelling CAD software (e.g. Inventor, Siemens NX, Solidworks, Creo, Catia or similar)
• Practical, hands on engineering skills would be ideal - ability to build or fabricate systems
• Proven experience driving cost-reductions to achieve targets
• Positive, enthusiastic attitude with a passion for engineering and mechanical product / structural design

  
This role sits within a growing start up business so flexibility and an adaptable approach to engineering is required.
The role offers hybrid working with 3 days in the office based around Southampton.