Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Purpose Demonstrate a clear understanding of the overall system performance requirements and derive the metrology error budgets for each of the main instrument functions. Suggest mechanical solutions and manufacturing methods for above, supported by hand calculations and FEA analysis as appropriate.  Suggest efficient methods of assembly and validation methods for above. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the evaluation plans and expected results with suggestions for life testing and servicing    What skills do I need to have?

Good Degree Level education in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with at least 7+years’ experience in Mechanical engineer* role from concept through and end to end product lifecycle. Sound knowledge with proven track record of manufacturing engineering, materials, methods, processes, and quality systems Experienced in working with suppliers for prototyping / manufacturing support including activities such as FAI, etc. Proven track record in product design -subsystems Experience of design of small mechanisms: Knowledge of motorized drives, controls and bearing types Sound knowledge of manufacturing engineering, materials, methods, and processes Demonstrable, thorough, analytical skills reinforced with practical problem-solving abilities

CAD (at east on of the following SW, NX, Catia, ProE)  MS Office or similar

It would be great if you have some experience of:

Experienced gained in the precision engineering or automation industry, and product support documentation Knowledge of fixtures or Kinematic principles Knowledge of small precision machined manufacturing processes and materials. Experience in the design of mouldings/over mouldings and materials for robust hand devices or managing a subcontractor to achieve the same end result Some applied experience with math package e.g MATLAB, Mathematica etc.. Precision engineering experience desirable but not essential

Confidence and intelligence, with the ability to mentor more junior engineers, oversee contractors and external suppliers Flexible approach to tasks provided and the ability to investigate problems with an open and enquiring mind Understands why technology people get out of bed in the morning to come to work.