Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer
Southampton area, SO40 4BL (Onsite; 4.5 days per week)
Up to £60k per annum + Benefits

Join Our Client’s Innovative Engineering Team

Our Client operates within the specialised engineering industry, designing and manufacturing bespoke solutions for a diverse range of sectors, including medical, industrial, and nuclear. They are renowned for their cutting-edge high-frequency RF technologies and commitment to excellence. Recognised for fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking culture, they offer an environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and technical leadership. Their reputation for delivering complex projects on time and to high standards makes them a great place to develop your engineering career.

The role has arisen due to strategic growth and continued investment in advanced manufacturing capabilities. As a key member of the engineering team, this position holds strategic importance, influencing product design, safety standards, and compliance across projects. It presents an exciting opportunity to work on challenging, high-impact solutions that support technological advancements and customer success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the mechanical design process for complex machinery, translating requirements into robust CAD models and detailed drawings using Solid Edge.
• Design customised machinery components, including frames, enclosures, and structural elements, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Develop material handling systems, focusing on loading, unloading, fixturing, and operator interaction.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to ensure seamless mechanical integration of RF generators and electrical components.
• Manage third-party suppliers, contract manufacturers, and external vendors to achieve design specifications and quality standards.
• Produce comprehensive technical documentation, including BOMs, design calculations, and risk assessments.
• Ensure all designs adhere to machinery safety standards such as CE and UKCA marks and support compliance activities.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience designing industrial machinery or bespoke process equipment.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software, particularly Solid Edge, with solid understanding of 2D drafting.
• Experience in designing dielectric (RF) heating and welding systems or similar thermal/high-voltage machinery.
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Familiarity with systems involving hydraulics, pneumatics, and drive mechanisms including stepper and servo motors.
• Experience working with external vendors, including contract manufacturers and suppliers.
• Practical understanding of machinery safety standards and compliance requirements.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Leadership experience or acting as a design authority.
• Exposure to machinery installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with international safety and compliance standards such as CE and UKCA.
• Experience managing technical queries and quality issues during the project lifecycle.

What We Offer:

This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in a highly specialised engineering environment, working on bespoke projects with a global impact. You will influence technical design, safety standards, and the evolution of the company’s engineering capabilities. The organisation fosters a collaborative atmosphere, offering support for your professional development and the chance to work on pioneering solutions.

Interested? If you meet the essential criteria and are eager to bring your expertise to a dynamic team, please submit your CV for consideration.