Mechanical Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Slough based Research & Development team on a permanent basis (hybrid). We are a leader in innovative sealing solutions specialising in gas compression and sealing technologies that drive efficiency and sustainability in industry. Our team is dedicated to developing cutting-edge products that meet the demands of modern industrial applications from upstream exploration to midstream processing. We foster a collaborative inclusive environment where engineers contribute to impactful projects which shape the future of energy.You will be joining a team specifically responsible for Dry Gas Seal development projects you have involvement throughout the entire product development lifecycle from concept to execution of new and innovative Dry Gas Seals.Reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager you will form an integral part of the mechanical design business unit a team of highly creative and inventive engineering experts. You will have the opportunity to perform a variety of mechanical engineering design and development tasks related to Dry Gas Seal products which will play a vital role in enabling the team to meet departmental objectives of the New Product Development team and wider business.Duties & Responsibilities - Development and validation of new gas seal products to meet business needs and departmental objectives.Support prototyping and iterative testing of new products.Participation in the departments innovation initiative - the invention of new concepts ideas and breakthrough technologies to support future business and generate new IP.Project manage development programs to plan and budget.Perform and monitor testing of seal designs whether as part of product development or for customer-specific tests.Support the transition of a product from development into production.Detailed technical presentations to customers to support sales and training initiatives.Create and distribute technical bulletins articles or papers dealing with product application or system design.Look to perform mechanical design (CAD) and analyses (FEA)Conducts feasibility studies and testing on novel and modified designs.Supports sales where appropriate in addressing new business opportunitiesParticipates in new process development qualification and optimizationProduction of technical product standards to support commercialisation of developed products.Qualifications : Qualifications Skills & Experience - Accredited mechanical engineering degree (BEng/ BSc) with a sound understanding of engineering principles. Or equivalent commercial mechanical experience.Experience in mechanical design product development or R&D with exposure to rotating equipment seals or compression systems experience in dry gas seals or centrifugal compressors a strong plus.Proficiency in 3D modelling & 2D drawing with CAD software ideally solid edgeKnowledge of Drafting and Geometric Dimensioning & TolerancingStrong analytical skills with demonstratable ability to apply engineering principles to solve complex problems.Ability to identify new systems and processes to drive quality efficiency and save costs.Ability to self-manage projects ensuring on time delivery.Excellent communication skills with an ability to present technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.Additional Information : With colleagues stretching across the globe we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans Pride Network Black Employee Network Network and Neurodiversity. Across our company we recognize excellence culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities people and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day a global celebration of Smiths around our network. Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits while helping engineer a better future. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation including but not limited to interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our careers website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)Remote Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Mechanical Design,System Design,FEA,ASME Codes & Standards,CAD,Mechanical Knowledge,Creo,SolidWorks,Mechanical Engineering,Autocad,HVAC Design,Autodesk Inventor Department / Functional Area: Engineering Experience: years Vacancy: 1