Mechanical Engineer

🌟 Senior Mechanical Engineer | Aerospace Industry 🌟

📍 Location: Fareham, UK (4 days in the office, 1 day from home)

💼 Employment Type: Permanent

💰 Salary: Up to £60,000 + 12% bonus

James Adams Recruitment is proud to be working with a leading global aerospace business to recruit a talented Senior Mechanical Engineer. This is an incredible opportunity to join a cutting-edge organisation that designs and develops world-class avionics and sensor solutions for commercial and military aerospace applications.

About the Role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in developing and delivering innovative solutions across the entire product lifecycle. Working alongside a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will be responsible for creating robust, reliable, and efficient designs that meet stringent industry standards for safety and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Create specialised mechanical components and systems using advanced 3D modeling and predictive modeling techniques.
• Conduct detailed analysis and testing to ensure compliance with aerospace regulations and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers, to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Lead cross-functional engineering projects, mentor junior engineers, and provide technical expertise as a subject matter expert.
• Proactively improve tools, processes, and methodologies to enhance efficiency within the engineering department.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 6-8 years of experience in aerospace or another safety-critical industry (Nuclear/Marine/Automotive etc)
• Proficient in 3D modeling tools like SolidWorks or AutoCAD Inventor, with a strong understanding of GD&T.
• Hands-on experience with FEA tools, Design FMEAs, and configuration management systems.
• Exceptional communication skills to articulate technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven leadership abilities with a track record of motivating and managing engineering teams.

What’s on Offer

• Work for a globally recognised aerospace leader on exciting, innovative projects.
• Competitive salary of up to £60 plus a 12% performance-based bonus.
• A hybrid working model offering flexibility (4 days in the office, with a half day free annual leave every Friday!).
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development in a collaborative, cutting-edge environment.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your engineering career and want to work for a business that thrives on innovation and excellence, we’d love to hear from you!