Senior mechanical design engineer

Our clients based near Portsmouth, are a manufacturing company specialising in the innovative design and production of electrical/electronics components. They design and build their own production equipment, and this is a critical element of their engineering and manufacturing process. As a result, they are seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Design engineer to design and develop special-purpose machines tailored for automating the assembly, inspection, and packaging processes of electrical connectors. Main duties and responsibilities - Design and develop special-purpose machines and automated systems used in the assembly, inspection, and packaging of electrical connectors. - Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including R D, manufacturing, and quality assurance to define project requirements, specifications, and design criteria. - Utilise advanced CAD software to create comprehensive mechanical designs, detailed drawings, and schematics for machine components and assemblies. - Conduct thorough design reviews, feasibility studies, and analysis to ensure compliance with technical requirements, performance objectives, and industry standards. - Evaluate and select appropriate materials, components, and technologies for integration into machine designs while considering cost, quality, and functionality. - Provide technical assistance and mentorship to junior engineers, guiding them through the design process, problem-solving, and best practices in mechanical engineering. - Collaborate with external vendors and suppliers to procure components, equipment, and specialised services required for machine fabrication and integration. - Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in mechanical design and automation to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Experience required: * Mechanical design experience within manufacturing or industrial automated environment * Proven proficiency in CAD software * Strong understanding of mechanical principles, machine design, and manufacturing processes * Strong in writing technical project specifications and reports. Benefits * 25 days holidays plus bank/public/Christmas holidays * Discretionary bonus * Company pension scheme * Life cover for 3x salary * Employee assistance program