Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Description:

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Industry: Industrial Engineering & Manufacturing
Salary: £60k-£65k
Location: Suffolk

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing business supporting a global customer base. Working within a collaborative engineering team, you will play a key role in leading day to day activities, product improvement, customisation projects, and technical support activities across a varied product portfolio.

This position would suit a proactive engineer who enjoys a mix of leadership, design, problem solving, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead product enhancement and customisation projects from concept through to release

* Provide day to day leadership of the design team

* Manage engineering changes, technical documentation, and drawing updates

* Produce 2D and 3D CAD models

* Support manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and production teams with technical queries Carry out prototype development, testing, and validation activities

* Participate in design reviews, FMEA activities, and engineering investigations

Skills & Experience Required:

* Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline

* Previous experience leading and mentoring engineers

* Strong 2D and 3D CAD modelling experience

* Good understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing standards

* Experience supporting engineering change processes and technical documentation

* Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product development

* Experience with FEA, hydraulics, pneumatics, or control systems would be advantageous

If you are looking for a varied engineering role within an established business where you can contribute to both product development and ongoing engineering improvements, then apply with a copy of your CV