Senior Mechanical Engineer
Posted a week ago by Elevation Recruitment Group
Elevation Recruitment Group are working with a specialist machinery manufacturer in Lincolnshire with a focus on automation and robotics. We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join the business at an exciting time in their development as they continue to innovate and develop market-leading technology.
Reporting to the Drawing Office Manager the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will lead a projects team with the primary focus on designing robotic packaging systems from concept through to production.
Other duties of the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will include:
- Understand and implement the technical requirements and scope of work for each project.
- Collaborate with project managers, project engineers, the production department, and customers
- Adhere to project schedules and budgets while working on multiple projects simultaneously
- Design robot cells, end-of-arm tooling, and Conveyors and Feeders within the cell
- Select and specify robots and other cell equipment
- Able to carry out sizing calculations for motors, gearboxes, shafts, belts etc
- Generate detailed and assembly drawings of custom equipment, including end-of-arm tools, robot frames, conveyors, and feed systems
- Test and troubleshoot equipment
- Support the production and installation team
We would be keen to speak with Senior Mechanical Design Engineers with the following:
Degree Qualified in Mechanical Engineering / A recognised Apprenticeship program
- Proficiency with 3-D parametric modelling software and 2-D AutoCAD
- Knowledge of BS308 drafting standards; ability to read, create, and check drawings
- Knowledge of EU machinery directive
- Understanding of mechanisms involving bearings, pneumatic systems, and electric motors, including experience with servos, sensors, materials, finishes, and structural design
- Familiarity with robotic cell design, including safety standards.
- Knowledge of fabrication and machining processes used to make bespoke components
- Understanding of automated industrial processes
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to take a step up from a Mechanical Designer’s position and would thrive on mentoring and guiding junior engineers.
Apply now, or to discuss this Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role in more detail, please contact Steve Barnett.
- Type:
- Permanent
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- DPSP-35164
- Job ID:
- 221490981
- Applications:
- Less than 10
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