Lead mechanical engineer

Role- Lead Mechanical Engineer Salary- GBP45,000 - GBP55,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Type- Permanent Location- Poole (Hybrid / Remote working is available) My client is a specialist manufacturer within the Instrumentation sector. They are looking for a Senior/Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Poole on a permanent basis. The Lead Mechanical Engineer will ideally have the following attributes: BSc / BEng in Mechanical Engineering or similar 5 or more years of industry experience working in similar Mechanical or Design role Ideally have some experience in a process industry, Fluid, Nuclear, Oil Gas, Aerospace or similar Knowledge of rotating equipment, SPM, valves, pumps, actuators, pneumatics, gauges, piping etc Knowledge of manufacturing processes and instrumentation Excellent proficiency with CAD software ndash; SolidWorks or similar Strong R D, FEA and CFD skills Proven ability to drive Engineering development Good mathematical and general engineering knowledge The ability to understand system requirements Be self-motivated with excellent attention to detail Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written Able to travel nationally and internationally on occasion The Lead Mechanical Engineer role will involve: Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings Working within the R D multi-disciplinary team Leading client projects to convert ideas into designs Working on new product concepts Perform development activities and find new mechanical solutions Being involved in the product design and development process using CAD Working with high precision instrumentation products Modelling, analysis and the development of mechanisms Involved in building and developing prototypes Conducting design reviews Producing the relevant documentation that is required Driving continuous improvement If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible