Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer (NX)

Remote (occasional site visits to Portsmouth)

56.41 (inside IR35)

Defence

6 months

Applies an in depth understanding of design processes, tools, systems and techniques to an extensive range of design solutions associated with complex assemblies, components or systems. Is able to develop design solutions from the bottom up with limited information, applying the various design requirements to achieve appropriate design solutions.

• Working as part of a multi-functional team, the successful applicant will be currently working in a senior designer role and have many years' experience of using CAD software to create 2D and 3D solid modelled designs, for a wide range of products from small components to large complex sub-systems.
• The successful applicant will take the Lead Design Engineers conceptual information or component list and develop into a detailed design and data pack that is suitable for manufacture. They will then manage the engineering/manufacturing interface through the relevant manufacturing processes. This will include overseeing the various production/assembly practices associated with the manufacture of that equipment, identifying long-lead piece parts, working with the Manufacturing Technicians to consider manufacturing improvements and where needed, to liaise with sub-contract manufacturers or suppliers.

As the designs progress through the manufacturing, test, delivery and support lifecycle, the role holder will manage the Engineering Change for their area of responsibility against a robust change management process.

The role holder will apply knowledge and experience of engineering design principles and practices to the design and detail of Radar mechanical components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.

Major Tasks and Activities

Create 2D and 3D solid modelled designs, for a wide range of products from small components to large complex sub-systems.

Create conceptual design schemes from engineering information.

Support first off build activities.

Liaise with sub-contract manufacturers and suppliers.

Create detailed manufacturing drawings of piece parts and assembly drawings.

Implement design changes

Provide input into engineering estimates

Work to company standards, processes and guidelines.

Provide post-delivery support and resolve obsolescence issues.

Proficient in the use of SAP PDM tool for maintaining and updating design data.

Currently working in a senior designer role with many years of experience.

Expert in the use of 2D and 3D CAD design/draughting tools, Siemens NX 10 and/or Siemens Teamcentre (Essential)

Experience of designing to meet Environmental requirements (EMC, Shock and Vibration)

Experience of design for manufacture and design for maintainability practices.

A good understanding of BS8888 Engineering Drawing standards (previously BS308).

An understanding of Electrical drawing practices, creation of Circuit Diagrams and Wiring Schedules under the guidance of Electrical Engineers.

Competent with Microsoft Office applications.

The role holder will have either technical responsibility for producing CAD Drawings within one large project, and/or undertake a number of task-based activities across various products and projects.

Responsible for timely delivery and quality of own work.