Mechanical Design Engineer

THE ROLE

A vacancy has arisen for a Design / Senior Design Engineer working within NSG’s R & D Engineering team. The position is based at Lathom, in North West England, with occasional travel required within the UK and overseas.
The role is centred on mechanical engineering support to R&D, including all project management of internal and external resource as required, and the provision of innovative design solutions to often novel applications.

Key responsibilities include:

• Management of engineering projects of various size and complexity, to deliver

  equipment or design which is fit for purpose and complies with all relevant safety

  requirements / regulations, to time and cost

• Undertake a structured design process, including the maintenance of all records

  appropriate to the project size, risk and complexity, to support the development of new

  equipment, instruments or the significant modification of existing equipment

• As required, comply with the requirements of the NSG R&D UKCA Marking process where applicable such that UKCA Certificates maybe issued and legal compliance

  demonstrated

• As required, supervise the design work of other design engineers, ensuring fitness of purpose and health, safety and

  quality regulations are addressed

• Responsible for all supplier and contractor management both on and off site, during the build / installation phase

  Applicants should be educated to degree level or equivalent in a mechanical engineering-related discipline. Prior experience in the leadership of project engineering and design, including the specification and procurement of equipment and services is essential. This includes the management of all internal, supplier and contractor resource during any maintenance, installation, or commissioning phase.

  Applicants should possess the specific knowledge and understanding of the rules and regulations, design principles and details, materials of construction and other relevant technology associated with the development of lifting, transport, and load bearing equipment. Experience within the heavy product packaging and handling areas would be beneficial.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? You

• Interested in innovative engineering design solutions to mechanical problems

• Able to work proactively in a multi- disciplined team

• Excellent numerical, interpersonal, and analytical skills and an ability to manage people and projects to a high standard

Your technical skills

• Minimum BEng in Mechanical Engineering / MEng (Senior Design Engineer)

• Registered, or be working towards relevant registration to a suitable Professional Body

Benefits

• 371⁄2 hours per week
• 25 days holiday
• Holiday Salary Exchange Scheme
• Pension with employer contribution • Bonus scheme
• Free on-site car parking
• On-site canteen
• On site fitness activities and events