Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

3 days ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom Leonardo Full time

About the Role:

Leonardo is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team in the development of next-generation Defence Comms equipment across Land, Sea, and Air. As a key member of our Mechanical Engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and developing mechanical solutions for harsh environments, ensuring product quality, safety, reliability, testability, and sustainability.

Main Responsibilities:

  1. Develop novel solutions to overcome challenges set by our customers.
  2. Lead the Mechanical Engineering team in the development and delivery of Communications and Electronic Counter Measure Products.
  3. Ensure quality and consistency of detailed design, including numerical calculations, tolerance studies, and 3D CAD tools (preferably PTC Creo).
  4. Own mechanical solutions for harsh environments, including shock, vibration, EMC, RADHAZ, salt fog, and other extreme conditions.
  5. Support successful resolution of technical problem investigations and review sub-contractor solutions.
  6. Chair reviews of Mechanical designs in accordance with business and industry standards.
  7. Actively manage Work Package delivery elements to achieve desired Quality, Schedule, and Cost.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of an upper second class degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar), or equivalent experience in the Defence and/or naval environments.
  • Mechanical engineering for Electro-mechanical products, including RF Products.
  • Strong problem-solving skills using a structured, logical approach.
  • Understanding of Structural and Thermal Analyses data to inform design decisions.
  • Experience in various aspects of DfX, including Manufacturing, Assembly, Test, Integration, and Sustainability.
  • Leading a Team of Mechanical Engineers across multiple Programmes.

Desirable:

  • MEng in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience with Model Based Design (i.e. MATLAB, Simulink, etc).
  • Mechanical Engineering industry trends - knowledge of new and advancing tools, techniques, and technologies.

About Us:

Leonardo is a leading global player in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. We offer a dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.



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