Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Electrification - Newcastle

EVEREC
Newcastle upon Tyne
1 week ago
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Electrification - Newcastle


Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (on-site ideally 5 days/week; some flexibility considered)

Salary: Competitive


About the Company

My client is an established European engineering and technology business specialising in advanced electromechanical solutions for industrial and commercial markets. The company has a strong heritage in innovation and precision engineering, supplying high-performance products to a range of OEM customers. They operate with a collaborative, practical, and technically driven culture, and are continuing to expand their engineering capability as demand for their solutions grows.


Role Overview

My client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong background in motors or rotating machinery. This individual will play a key role in the design and development of next-generation electromechanical systems. The role includes leading mechanical design work, supporting technical decision-making, and working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and innovative solutions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the mechanical design of motor assemblies, rotating equipment, and associated subsystems.
  • Produce detailed 3D CAD models, drawings, and supporting documentation.
  • Conduct stress, thermal, and structural analysis to validate component and system performance.
  • Engage with suppliers on component selection, manufacturability, and cost optimisation.
  • Participate in design reviews, offering expert insight into mechanical considerations.
  • Support prototype builds, testing, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement work.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant mechanical engineering standards and safety requirements.

Required Experience & Skills

  • Proven experience in mechanical design within motors, rotating machinery, or similar electromechanical environments.
  • Strong proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor or equivalent).
  • Excellent understanding of materials, tolerances, manufacturing processes, and mechanical analysis.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a methodical engineering approach.
  • Ability to work effectively on-site and collaborate with engineering and production teams.

Preferred Attributes

  • Experience with prototype development and test validation.
  • Familiarity with FEA tools and simulation workflows.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to justify technical decisions clearly.


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