Mechanical engineering lead

Our client, a leading market player in the energy storage sector, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Mechanical Engineering Team Lead to join their innovative team. In this role, you will oversee and drive the mechanical engineering efforts for our cutting-edge energy storage platform. You will lead a talented team of engineers, drive product design and development, and ensure the highest standards of engineering excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead the platform mechanical engineering teams, overseeing the design of parts and assemblies using CAD (e.g., Solidworks). Undertake, lead, review, and approve structural and loading analysis for mechanical components and assemblies. Produce, review, and sign off on internal and external release drawings. Manage a small to medium-sized team of mechanical and analysis engineers, fostering collaboration and professional growth. Interface with suppliers and fabricators during engineering and manufacturing release phases, ensuring seamless integration and quality control. Drive and adhere to the stage-gated engineering cycle, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and objectives. Raise, review, and approve Change Requests as part of Engineering Change Management processes.Required Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor #39;s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Proven experience of progressive experience in mechanical engineering leadership roles. Proven track record in leading teams and implementing Change Management processes within a dynamic engineering environment. Proficiency in CAD software, particularly Solidworks, and familiarity with other CAD packages. Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) systems to manage design data and documentation. Practical and theoretical knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Heat Transfer principles is advantageous