Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (NPI)

A contract position Outside IR35 Hybrid working - 3 days p/w on site typically A Senior Mechanical Design Engineer specialising in New Product Introduction (NPI) on a contract basis. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in mechanical design engineering to shape the next generation of advanced automotive components. Key Responsibilities: Clean-sheet mechanical design and development of rotating electrical machines, transmissions and drivetrains. Design work may also include pumps, fans, power electronics and batteries as required. Exploration, design development, prototyping and testing of concepts. Mechanical analysis of conceptual designs (including CAE), demonstrating a strong understanding of likely component failure modes and material strengths. Build and test of prototype hardware and test rigs as necessary. Build and strengthen the company's position within key markets by bringing industry-leading products from prototype through to production. Individually lead or contribute as a senior member within a team to deliver projects to internal or customer specifications. Utilisation of best-in-class simulation software as part of the development process to optimise and analyse product behaviour. 3D CAD modelling and 2D engineering drawings of components and assemblies. Work with other design engineers and the wider cross-functional department to deliver programs. Work to company and industry quality standards. Job Requirements: Degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline Experience in mechanical design engineering Strong capability in 3D CAD modelling and 2D engineering drawings Experience using analytical methods (hand calculations and/or CAE tools such as ANSYS or Matlab) Proven experience applying DFM, DFA, DFMEA and PFMEA Experience working with and managing external suppliers Desirable: It would be beneficial (but not essential) if in addition to the above you also had: Autodesk Inventor and/or SolidWorks experience Working knowledge of MASTA or KISSsoft software Experience in high volume manufacturing - gravity or high-pressure casting part design Directly relevant design experience (previous motor, gear, transmission, spline or bearing life calculation experience) Experience working within a manufacturing environment