Senior Mechanical Engineer in Fareham

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Contract: Permanent

Location: Fareham

Salary: Competitive + Bonus

Role Overview – Senior Mechanical Engineer

Our leading global engineering client are on the look out for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team at their site based in Fareham. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and implementing a number of solutions to execute requirements for both project needs across the aerospace industry.

Key Responsibilities - Senior Mechanical Engineer

• Develop engineering solutions to meet project requirements, including schedule, quality, and cost considerations, while adhering to company processes.




• Work with internal and external customers, suppliers, and colleagues in mechanical, systems, and hardware disciplines




• Manage formal requirements allocated to mechanical systems, validate these requirements according to industry standards, and demonstrate compliance through design descriptions and verification methods (e.g., testing, inspection, analysis).




• Compile work estimates and plans to support project managers. Proactively track progress, update plans, and adapt as projects develop.




• Mentor and develop apprentices, undergraduate interns, graduate engineers, and non-senior engineers to enhance their skills and increase department capacity. Lead the mechanical team by example, providing motivation and support as a subject matter expert.




• Actively contribute to and lead continuous improvement initiatives within the department, including process improvements, tool enhancements, and efficient ways of working within industry regulations.

Key Experience & Requirements - Senior Mechanical Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field




• Extensive experience in mechanical engineering, particularly in a leadership role




• Proven track record of successfully managing engineering projects from conception to completion




• Strong understanding of engineering principles, processes, and best practices




• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation and quality




• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across different teams and disciplines




• Experience in mentoring and developing junior engineers

What we can offer - Senior Mechanical Engineer

• Career development and opportunities to progress




• Free on-site car parking




• An on-site restaurant and Starbucks offering subsidised food




• Pension Scheme up to 10% company contribution




• Employee Resource Groups to represent and promote our diversity and inclusion




• Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing




• Multi-faith room / Wellness room with massage chair




• Employee Perks – offering our employees discounts on a huge variety of goods and services




• Income Protection




• Share Buying scheme




• Annual volunteering day off




• On-site changing rooms, showers and lockers

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