Lead Mechanical Engineer

Job Description Summary

The Lead Mechanical Engineer will own the end-to-end product mechanical design, integration, and validation of advanced electromechanical packaging solutions for low- and medium-voltage (LV/MV) high-power drive systems. This role requires deep expertise in mechanical design, electromechanical integration and manufacturing, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams from concept through to production and validation.

• Innovate and develop mechanical designs for power electronics and electrical equipment, focusing on performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability.
• Create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using PTC Creo.
• Manage parts and Bills of Materials (BoMs) within the Siemens Teamcenter PLM system.
• Conduct engineering analysis through hand calculations and software tools.
• Develop test plans and support the physical testing of prototypes to validate designs.
• Collaborate with product and project managers to set priorities, manage base costs, and allocate resources effectively.
• Maintain an appropriate operating rhythm, driving simplification, efficiency, productivity, and overall team performance.
• Utilize engineering tools and processes to optimize engineering throughput and quality.
• Ensure the implementation of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) techniques in the design process.
• Serve as the technical point of contact for all mechanical engineering topics related to project work.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, or relevant experience in a mechanical design engineering environment.
• Significant engineering experience with strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, sheet metal design, DFMA, and material selection.
• Expertise in stress, thermal, and fluid flow analyses using hand calculations and FEA software tools such as ANSYS and Fluent.
• Proven track record in product development, preferably in the industrial or electrical equipment sectors.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and use them to develop suitable mechanical designs.
• Demonstrable experience in a project lead role.
• Proficiency in using PTC Creo or similar 3D CAD software for creating 3D part and assembly models and 2D drawings.
• Strong engineering, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in the design of Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) switch gear and packaging of power electronics equipment (desirable).
• Experience using Siemens Teamcenter PLM software for BoM creation and management (desirable).
• Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally (desirable).

• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset with a passion for technical innovation.
• Excellent report writing skills; writes clearly and succinctly.
• Strong personal organisational skills; able to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Upholds ethics and values, demonstrates integrity.
• Willing to travel within the UK and overseas for short‑term work.
• Able to achieve UK security clearance.

• Work on exciting cutting‑edge technology and global projects.
• A work environment that supports flexibility requirements for work‑life balance.
• Attractive compensation and flexible benefits (e.g., employer pension contribution, income protection, private health insurance, life assurance).
• 26 days vacation plus bank holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a global company.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and creativity.