Senior Mechanical Engineering Lead

3 weeks ago


Rochester, Medway, United Kingdom Peregrine Full time
Position Overview

Peregrine is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge products. This role is pivotal in driving innovation and technical excellence in our engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Utilize extensive product knowledge and advanced engineering principles to develop innovative design concepts that fulfill project and client specifications, supported by sketches and calculations.
  2. Prepare and deliver comprehensive Mechanical Development Plans and Design Scheme Data Packs for both internal assessments and client presentations.
  3. Assume a Design Authority role, ensuring all datasets (drawings/MBD) meet required standards and accurately reflect design intentions.
  4. Proactively manage design risks by identifying and defining work packages to mitigate potential issues early in the design process.
  5. Validate and verify requirements using appropriate tools throughout the engineering lifecycle.
  6. Collaborate effectively across various engineering disciplines, engaging with technical specialists as necessary.
  7. Oversee the work of both senior and junior mechanical engineers and technicians, ensuring technical accountability for design solutions and data packs.
  8. Conduct thorough checks on the work of other engineers, including designs and technical reports.
  9. Ensure compliance with departmental and company policies among engineering staff.
  10. Assist in preparing estimates for future design initiatives in collaboration with Team Leads and Project Managers.
  11. Represent the company in various capacities, including presentations and product assessments.

Qualifications:

  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
  • Chartered Engineer Level as per UK-SPEC standards.
  • Extensive experience throughout the product design lifecycle, from initial concept to production.
  • Proficient in preparing technical datasets and design review documentation.
  • Skilled in using CAD tools for design modeling.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience in areas such as avionic systems, optical displays, mechatronics, and composite design.
  • Familiarity with dynamic, structural, and thermal analysis tools.
  • Leadership experience in mechanical or cross-discipline design teams.
  • Existing or previous SC level clearance is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in CREO CAD, Team Center, DOORS, and JIRA is a plus.


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