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Mechanical Design Engineer

Heaton Chapel
3 weeks ago
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This Mechanical Design Engineer position offers you the chance to work on groundbreaking projects in the defence sector, where your expertise will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of structural engineering. Join a worldwide company that values analytical minds and problem solvers, and be part of an environment that fosters continuous improvement and technical mastery. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact while advancing your career within a forward-thinking design engineering team. 

What You Will Do:

  • Conduct stress analysis, fatigue evaluations, and design calculations, including non-linear FEA, to ensure the structural integrity of bridging products.

  • Write test specifications, acceptance criteria, and detailed reports to meet customer and legislative requirements.

  • Oversee both in-house and outsourced engineering activities, performing design reviews and ensuring compliance with manufacturing standards.

  • Liaise directly with customers to verify project scope and deliverables while managing project programmes, workload, and resources.

  • Investigate, evaluate, and resolve data from non-conforming products while driving problem-solving initiatives and continuous improvement.

  • Comprehend specified design criteria and ensure all work aligns with applicable standards and specifications.

    What You Will Bring:

  • A degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and Chartered Status with a recognised institution.

  • Expertise in structural behaviour, material properties, and proficiency in FEA simulation tools like ANSYS.

  • Experience with Eurocodes, structural integrity assessments, and fatigue evaluations.

  • Familiarity with fabricated aluminium and steel production processes, as well as technical documentation such as drawings and specifications.

  • Strong skills in 3D modelling software, design validation through simulation and testing, and knowledge of strain gauging.

    This Mechanical Design Engineer role is integral to the company's mission to deliver high-quality bridging solutions that meet rigorous specifications and environmental standards. As part of the engineering team, you will contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and products, ensuring the company remains a leader in its field. Your analytical skills and technical expertise will be key in driving innovation and excellence across projects.

    Location:

    This position is based in Stockport offering Hybrid working 

    Interested?:

    If you're ready to take your engineering career to the next level and work on projects that truly make a difference, don't wait. Apply now to become a Mechanical Design Engineer and join a team that values your skills and ambition.

    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

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