Senior Mechanical Engineer

An exciting career opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our highly successful global company based in Farnborough.

The talented individual we are seeking will be a key member of a small team, responsible for the development, analysis and validation of Mechanical designs in accordance with product specification and project scope. You will work with a variety of key stakeholders as projects may consist of customer funded projects, R&D “New Product Introduction” projects, technology projects and sustainability initiatives.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in the research, development and implementation of high temperature and nuclear imaging products. Working alongside a multi-disciplined team, you will be responsible for optimising existing processes, driving innovation, and leading projects from conception to completion.

This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in mechanical engineering, a strong technical background, and the ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions, managing complex projects, and driving continuous improvement in engineering processes.

This is a full-time role based in Farnborough and belongs to the Technologies Group, EMEA and Asia reporting to the Projects & Design Manager.

The Company

Mirion Technologies, a US company is a leader in radiation safety, measurement and science. Built on over 50 years of experience in research, problem-solving and product development, our team of nearly 3,000 talented professionals globally work to create solutions and advance innovation in our field.

We’re more than just product makers and problem solvers. We also draw on a deep sense of responsibility to share our knowledge and expertise with our customers. Although we are a large, growing corporation, we are small enough for you to be creative and autonomous.

Our company is dedicated to providing world-class radiation detection, protection, and measurement products, services, and solutions.

Key Responsibilities

The key responsibilities of the Senior Mechanical Engineer include, but are not limited to:

• Mentoring Mechanical Engineers to generate a culture of empowerment, individual responsibility and stretch to improve their own skill sets and enhance the company’s capabilities.
• Assist in providing high quality, smooth operation and oversight of mechanical discipline, including administrative requirements as required.
• Leading mechanical aspects of Design reviews with internal and external customers.
• Mechanical Design and integration with other Design specialities, such as electronic design and software development.
• Creating sketches, outline drawings, detail drawings and assembly drawings.
• Design for manufacture, ensuring products are safe, reliable, and meet required industry standards.
• Creating accurate part and assembly model
• Assess design compliance and prepare Technical Construction Files for product compliance verification.
• Design verification and functional testing.
• Generating reports, calculations, test procedures, manuals, and master data within the ERP system (Item data, BOMs, Routes).
• Providing peer checks within the design release process (Technical content, Standards, Fit, Form and Function).

The Person

The key skills and qualities of a Senior Mechanical Engineer are:

Essential

• Qualified to a minimum degree level in relevant field.
• Strong and demonstrable experience of ‘hands on’ mechanical design and development using 2D and 3D CAD software (preferably Solidworks and AutoCAD)
• Good and demonstrable knowledge RoHS
• Good appreciation for electrical and electronic technologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to review and work with stakeholders to prioritise workload of self and the mechanical team.
• Excellent communication skills, time management and organisational skills.

Desirable

• 10 years + experience.
• Up-to-date relevant knowledge of engineering and of industry best practice.
• Experience of working on New Product and Development Introductions
• Experience of preparing cost sheets for Sales Enquires.
• Experience in Nuclear and High temperature applications.

Offer

Our employees make the difference. And that\’s why we offer you as the Senior Mechanical Engineer:

• Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 per year + competitive benefits package
• The opportunity to be part of a committed, cooperative and friendly team that will challenge and support you.
• A thorough induction and actively supported in personal and professional development.
• An opportunity to develop a successful career in an innovative and expanding company.