Smiths Detection
Threat detection and screening technologies
SeniorMechanicalDesignEngineer
“Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at Smiths Detection. Skills: Mechanical Design, SolidWorks, Prototyping, Testing. Develop mechanical design solutions. Generate concept designs”
What You'll Achieve.
delivering high-quality designs from concept through to production; making the world a safer place
Industry & Context.
translate complex technical challenges into robust, manufacturable solutions
UK based applicants, eligible for SC Clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
UK based, eligible to obtain SC level clearance, Degree or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), Minimum 5 years’ experience in mechanical design engineering, experience designing electronic/scientific equipment packaging for harsh environments, Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred), Experience with prototyping, testing, and validation, communication skills, ability to collaborate across teams, Knowledge of manufacturing processes including: Injection moulding, Sheet metal design, Additive manufacturing, Conventional machining
Nice to Have
Analytical instrument design, Simulation tools such as COMSOL, MATLAB, or LabVIEW, Thermal and fluid flow analysis, Familiarity with military standards, Understanding of gated engineering design processes, Exposure to ERP or product lifecycle systems
What You'll Do.
Develop mechanical design solutions
Generate concept designs
Collaborate on experimental hardware
Translate technical requirements
Lead industrial design process
Build and test prototypes
Define and execute testing
Produce engineering documentation
Support products lifecycle
Drive continuous improvement
Work across project teams
Mentor junior engineers
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
working within multidisciplinary teams; collaborate with scientists and engineers; Work across multi-functional project teams; ability to collaborate across teams
Communication Scope
communication skills
Process & Methodology
multiple concurrent projects
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