Senior Mechanical Engineer Job in Huddersfield, Yorkshire Uk

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Our client is currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive product development experience to join their team. You will be expected to undertake complete product developments from concept to market and find novel and radical solutions to new and existing problems, which fit the end user.

Duties / Responsibilities will include:
You will have hands-on experience of 3D CAD (solid works) to solve mechanical challenges and analyse components structurally.
Proficient at 2D Drawings and able to clearly brief external suppliers.
Tooling (Injection moudling), Aluminium extrusions and castings knowledge is essential
Proficient at accessing and reducing potential risks early by utilizing the following engineering tools : FMEA, FEA, Mould flow as well as calculations from first principles.
Ability to document findings in a meticulous and organized structure.
Contribute where relevant into product specifications and modifications documents

Skills, Qualifications, Competence Level

The ideal candidate will hold an excellent first degree in mechanical/engineering. A genuine passion from product design, and engineering in general. A creative approach to problem solving and technical concept generation. An appreciation of the use of engineering analysis in product development / Hands - on experience of 3D CAD tools - Solid Work is essential
A Post graduate qualification with a high level of practical experience is beneficial.

You will have extensive commerical Mechanical Engineering experience in the field of consumer related product development.
Detailed knowledge of rapid prototyping methods
Hands-on experience of 3D CAD (solid works)
An in-depth knowledge of high volume manufacturing methods and processes
Evidence of a creative approach to problem solving

Direct experience of product development in the consumer product industry, including experience in the detail design of plastic and metal components is a must for this position.