Job Description An excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a well-established company.
\Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Permanent.
\Salary: Competitive Salary Negotiable Depending on Experience.
\Waterlooville Site Based with option for hybrid working in the future.
\They are a prominent and highly respected restorer of Vintage, Historic & Classic Cars with a global reputation. Their highly skilled team restore, maintain and recreate some of the most significant and valuable road and racing cars in the world.
\The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and engineering of mechanical components and systems for the restoration, recreation, and enhancement of historic and classic vehicles. The role combines traditional engineering principles with modern design technologies to produce high-quality, authentic, and reliable engineering solutions while maintaining the heritage and integrity of each vehicle.
\Working closely with restoration technicians, fabrication teams, machinists, project managers, and
\customers, the postholder will oversee projects from concept through to manufacture, assembly, testing, and final vehicle integration.
\Mechanical Design
\Lead the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies for historic and classic vehicles. \Produce detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation. \Reverse engineer obsolete or unavailable components using physical measurements, 3D scanning, and CAD modelling. \Design improvements that enhance reliability, durability, and manufacturability while maintaining historical authenticity where appropriate. \Develop mechanical systems including: suspension, steering, braking, drivetrain, engine ancillaries, fuel systems, chassis components and powertrain installations.
\Engineering Leadership
\Provide technical leadership and mentoring to Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians
Review and approve engineering drawings and design releases
Support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and manufacturing
Assist in establishing engineering standards, design procedures, and documentation processes
\Project Management
\Manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards
Liaise with customers regarding technical requirements and engineering solutions
Participate in project planning, design reviews, and production meetings
\Manufacturing Support
\Work closely with fabrication, machining, and restoration teams to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable
Resolve manufacturing and assembly issues
Support prototype manufacture and testing
Specify appropriate materials, finishes, tolerances, and manufacturing methods
\Produce: Engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, design calculations, engineering reports, technical specifications and test documentation
Maintain accurate engineering records and revision control
\Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent experience
\Proficient in SolidWorks (or highly experienced in Inventor, Catia, Solid Edge)
Gear Design experience, preferably using software such as GearTrax
New part design
Reverse engineering
Knowledge of manufacturing/production methods
Knowledge of automotive mechanical systems
Experience of leading a team of Design Engineers
Experience of establishing or improving design standards and working practices
Experience of managing design subcontractors
\If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
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Mechanical / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Permanent) in Waterlooville employer: Recruitment Helpline Ltd
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