At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and integrate hydraulic systems for industrial vehicles, ensuring durability and efficiency.
- Company: Join a global automotive leader in an innovative engineering environment.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, flexible hours, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with opportunities for continuous improvement and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the automotive industry with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: 9+ years of experience in mechanical design and proficiency in Creo.
The predicted salary is between 53.8 - 53.8 £ per hour.
Location: Peterlee
Rate: £53.80/hour OR £46/hour PAYE
Hours: 8am – 4pm Monday to Thursday and Fridays 8am-12:30pm
Duration: 12 months (likely to extend)
We are actively seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a global automotive company based in Peterlee to specialise in fluid power and structural integration.
Design Engineers will be responsible for designing, simulating, and routing the hydraulic systems of industrial vehicles ensuring they can handle extreme pressures without breaking.
Responsibilities:
- Design and integrate hydraulic pipework, flexible hoses, and rigid tubing within steel machines, ensuring correct routing, clearance, bend radius, and durability under high-vibration conditions.
- Support NPI and continuous improvement and engineering change to resolve any design and manufacturing issues.
- Perform FEA and simulations to validate the structural integrity of components under operational loading.
- Collaborate with suppliers to source hydraulic components, including valves, pumps, and hoses.
- Work with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, and efficient to assemble.
Requirements:
- 9+ years' experience in a similar role delivering engineering projects from concept through to production.
- Proficient in Creo.
- Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, pumps, valves, manifolds, pipework, and hydraulic components.
- Experience using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and simulation tools.
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Peterlee employer: Entech Technical Solutions
Join a leading global automotive company in Peterlee, where innovation meets opportunity. As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll thrive in a collaborative work culture that values continuous improvement and professional growth, offering competitive rates and flexible hours. With a focus on cutting-edge design and engineering excellence, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to high-impact projects while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and dynamic environment.
Contact Details:
Entech Technical Solutions Recruitment Team
