Senior Opto-Mechanical Systems Designer

4 days ago


Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Henderson Scott Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Henderson Scott in Essex. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing and testing precision optical mounting systems that can withstand extreme structural, thermal, and dynamic stresses.

This role involves designing and analysing precision mechanical mountings for optics, ensuring they perform reliably under extreme conditions like launch vibrations and temperature fluctuations. You'll work on projects from concept to manufacture, supporting assembly and testing of optical systems and imaging packages.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and analyse opto-mechanical systems using CAD and FEA tools
  • Perform tolerance, thermal, and dynamic analyses for high-reliability environments
  • Collaborate with subcontractors and internal teams to meet technical requirements
  • Support hands-on integration and testing of systems
  • Manage technical documentation and present at design reviews

Requirements:

  • Expertise in precision optics mounting and structural analysis
  • Strong knowledge of CAD packages and FEA tools
  • Knowledge of requirements management, DFMEA and compliance matrices
  • Design and analysis experience

The salary for this position is around £60,000-£80,000 per annum, depending on experience. If you would like to know more details about the position, please contact us.



  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Henderson Scott Careers Full time

    Henderson Scott Careers is seeking a highly skilled Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Essex. This role involves designing and analysing precision mechanical mountings for optics, ensuring they perform reliably under extreme conditions like launch vibrations and temperature fluctuations.The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Henderson Scott Careers Full time

    We are currently looking for a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer to develop cutting-edge optical systems for space applications at Henderson Scott Careers in Essex. This challenging role involves designing and analysing precision mechanical mountings for optics, ensuring they meet the required performance standards.The successful candidate will be responsible...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Henderson Scott Careers Full time

    **Job Description:**We are seeking a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Henderson Scott Careers. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and analysing precision mechanical mountings for optics, ensuring they perform reliably under extreme conditions.The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Henderson Scott Full time

    Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer Job SummaryWe are seeking a talented Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Henderson Scott in Essex. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge optical systems for space applications.You will be responsible for designing and analysing precision mechanical mountings for optics, ensuring they...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Streamline Search Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Mechanical Systems Design SpecialistA prestigious manufacturing company, Streamline Search, is seeking a skilled Mechanical Systems Design Specialist to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on the design and development of specialized process and packaging equipment for various industries.Responsibilities:- Develop...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Streamline Search Full time

    **Job Title:** Senior Mechanical Engineer - Industrial Design**Estimated Salary:** £35,000 - £45,000 per yearWe are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to create mechanical designs/drawings for our mechanical systems and equipment. Key responsibilities include:


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Revorec Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

    About the Company: Revorec Recruitment Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles. We work closely with clients to meet their demands and produce high-quality equipment through design, manufacture, test and service.">Job Overview: This well-established engineering design manufacturer is looking for continued mechanical design...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Streamline Search Ltd Full time

    About the Role: Design and Development Engineer for Mechanical SystemsOur client, a renowned manufacturer of specialized process and packaging equipment, is seeking a highly skilled Design and Development Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing mechanical systems and equipment for various...

  • Mechanical Designer

    1 week ago


    Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Streamline Search Ltd Full time

    Job DescriptionA Mechanical Designer is required to produce mechanical designs/drawings for our mechanical systems and equipment.We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating manufacturing drawings and equipment layouts, with supporting mechanical documentation.The...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Streamline Search Full time

    At Streamline Search, we are seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Design Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our design department, you will be responsible for creating mechanical designs and drawings for our specialized process and packaging equipment.We serve a variety of industries, including Pharmaceutical, Aerosol, Coatings, and Adhesives,...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Streamline Search Ltd Full time

    We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Systems Designer to join our team at Streamline Search Ltd.The ideal candidate will have experience in generating manufacturing drawings, equipment layouts, and supporting mechanical documentation.Key Responsibilities:Design and develop mechanical systems and equipment for our clientsMaintain existing mechanical drawings...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Pin Point Recruitment Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Basildon. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and developing mechanical systems for various industries.Responsibilities:Generate manufacturing drawings and equipment layouts with supporting mechanical documentation.Maintain existing...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom fish4.co - Jobboard Full time

    **Mechanical Design Specialist Wanted**We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Specialist to join our team at fish4.co - Jobboard. As a Mechanical Design Specialist, you will be responsible for producing mechanical designs and drawings for our mechanical systems and equipment.Key Responsibilities:Generating manufacturing drawings and equipment layouts,...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Electus Recruitment Solutions Full time

    Electus Recruitment SolutionsWe are working with a leading company in the design, testing, and supply of customised process and packaging equipment. They require an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Essex.Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annumAbout the RoleThis permanent position involves designing and developing mechanical systems...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Electus Recruitment Solutions Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Essex. The successful candidate will work with our Automation Technicians to produce designs such as Layout designs, Enclosure designs, Conveyor designs, Ductwork designs and general mechanical designs.Key Responsibilities:Generating manufacturing drawings and equipment...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Pin Point Recruitment Full time

    Pin Point Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a manufacturing company based in Basildon. The business specializes in the design and assembly of filling and machinery for industries such as pharmaceutical and cosmetic.The successful candidate will be responsible for producing mechanical designs/drawings for mechanical systems and...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Pin Point Recruitment Full time

    We are seeking a talented 3D CAD Mechanical Design Professional to join our team at Pin Point Recruitment in Basildon. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing mechanical systems and equipment for various industries.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical design, with experience in using...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Streamline Search Full time

    Streamline Search is seeking a highly skilled Design Engineering Professional to lead our mechanical design initiatives. As a senior engineer, you'll oversee the development of mechanical systems and equipment, manage projects from concept to delivery, and ensure seamless collaboration with our technical team.Your responsibilities will include:Designing...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Electus Recruitment Solutions Full time

    Electus Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Essex. This role offers a competitive salary of $80,000 - $90,000 per annum, depending on experience.About the RoleThis Mechanical Design Engineer will work closely with Automation Technicians to produce designs for purpose-built specialised process and...

  • Industrial Engineer

    2 weeks ago


    Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom Electus Recruitment Solutions Full time

    A Permanent Opportunity in EssexWe are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our client's team in Essex. As a key member of the design team, you will be responsible for creating high-quality designs and ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing processes.Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annumAbout the CompanyOur client is a renowned...