Senior Mechanical Engineer

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the Aerospace, Defence, Security, and Technology sector, this person will design, analyze, and oversee the development of critical mechanical systems for high-profile defence and aerospace projects.

Main duties include:

1. Designing and developing mechanical systems - ensuring they meet performance, safety, and reliability standards.
2. Performing calculations and analysis to confirm the strength, durability, and efficiency of designs.
3. Creating technical documents - writing reports, specifications, and justifications to support their work.
4. Managing projects - ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality.
5. Reviewing and approving work - checking other engineers' designs and reports for accuracy and safety.
6. Communicating with clients - presenting technical solutions, progress updates, and design justifications.
7. Working on-site if needed - collaborating with teams at different locations, including government or defence sites.

Specialisms required:

They should be a mechanical engineering expert with experience in:

1. Designing for safety-critical industries (nuclear, aerospace, defence).
2. Mechanical design principles - concept development, materials selection, and structural integrity.
3. Industry standards and regulations for safety-critical engineering.
4. Leading teams and managing projects from concept to completion.
5. Chartered Engineer (or working towards it) status is preferred.

This role is ideal for someone with strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and leadership experience in complex engineering environments.