Senior Mechanical Engineer - Thermal Analysis

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Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support with Thermal Analysis.

Key skills required for this role

Thermal, IcePak, CREO, Ansys

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Thermal Analysis

Job description

Location: Basildon (1 day per week onsite)

Duration: 6 month contract

Rate: £55.05ph UMB (Inside IR35)

Role details:
Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support on a contract basis. This role requires on-site presence one day per week and is focused on the integration and thermal analysis of Electro-Mechanical Products.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyse and assess Electro-Mechanical Products for thermal performance against Systems Requirements using finite element techniques and classical hand calculations.
  • Generate Finite Element Models and reports as per industry requirements.
  • Support the selection of compliant solutions, including materials, based on recognised Thermal Management solutions.
  • Conduct thermal analyses of complex products using Ansys IcePak.
  • Advise and support on the development of mechanical thermal management solutions to meet product requirements.
  • Generate mechanical solutions for harsh environments (Shock, Vibration, Temperature, EMC, etc.).
  • Design of engineering solutions considering all requirements including product quality, safety, reliability, testability, and sustainability.
  • Produce Manufacturing Data Packs in line with BS8888 and generate BoM within the approved PLM system (Teamcenter).

    • What we are looking for in you:

  • Proven experience in the use of Finite Element Analysis software tools (preferably Ansys IcePak) and techniques.
  • Hands-on mechanical design and development using 3D CAD software (PTC Creo).
  • Application of a wide range of classical hand calculation techniques for Thermal Analyses.
  • Experience in the integration of Printed Circuit Boards within a mechanical structure, with knowledge of electrical screening, grounding, etc.
  • Experience in the thermal analysis of Printed Circuit Boards, with comprehensive knowledge of thermal management techniques.
  • Experience in various aspects of DfX, including Manufacturing, Assembly, Test, Integration, and Sustainability.
  • Detail and assembly drawing generation in accordance with BS8888, including numerical calculations and tolerance studies.

    • Desirable:

  • Experience in Thermal Analysis using Siemens NX.
  • Experience of practical test methods for design verification related to Thermal requirements.
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