Overview

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Washington, Tyne and Wear
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
All applications to - enquiries@extensionrecruitment.com

About the Company

Our client is a market leading innovator in electric technologies with a focus on providing sustainable products to a range of industries such as Automotive, Rail and Industrial. They are currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to be based at their site in Washington.

Benefits

• Flexible working based around core hours
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Plus many more!

The Role of the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will play a crucial role in the design and development of electric motors, transmissions, and powertrains at various stages of development.

• Lead the full development of motor projects, from concepts to detailed designs, ensuring design feasibility and manufacturability.
• Utilise standard CAD software to produce drawings of parts, components, and assemblies, conducting function and tolerance stack analysis.
• Ensure compliance with design practices, guidelines, and other limiting factors such as clearances and tooling requirements.
• Engage with suppliers to introduce practical and cost-effective designs while staying abreast of engineering trends in the supply chain.

About You – Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will bring a solid background in mechanical engineering and a proven track record in electrical design and testing for electric motor systems, preferably within the automotive industry.

• BEng degree or equivalent in mechanical engineering or a relevant discipline, or demonstrable industrial experience.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering design techniques.
• Experience in designing parts and assemblies for mass manufacture.
• Ability to produce complex engineering solutions and lead project work, coaching junior engineers.
• Awareness of APQP processes, NPI, Quality Management Systems, and ISO 9001 specifics.