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- Hands-on Mechanical Design of precision assemblies and testing
- Conducting load and stress calculations, material selection
- Creation of detailed 3D models and drawings suitable for manufacturing
- Design for manufacture (inc. 5-axis machining, instrumentation and sensor requirements) and implementation of continuous improvement
- Mentor and support less experienced engineers
- Preparing project documentation, working within budget and to project schedule, observe quality standards and H&S procedures, engineering reviews.
- Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent practical experience in Mechanical Engineering or similar
- At least 5 years of recent and relevant experience in mechanical design within a R&D environment
- Extensive knowledge of GD&T, FEA, DFMEA and stress calculation
- Extensive experience in 2D and 3D CAD systems, preferably CATIA V5.
- Experience in load and stress calculations, tolerance analysis, material specification, testing.
- Good understanding of 6 Sigma, 5S and Lean manufacturing techniques, experience in design for manufacturing
- Aerospace or aerodynamic application experience is desirable.
- Project management experience using tools and methodologies, understanding of MRP systems.
- Experience in line management and ability to support more junior engineers and technical staff.
- Strong problem solving and excellent time management skills, excellent communication skills.
