Senior Mechanical Engineer
16 days ago
Leicester
Position Summary The Senior Mechanical Engineer position at Taylor Hobson is an integral part of the company's innovative and forward-thinking Research and Development department. This position involves working new technology on range of ultra high-precision instruments, often designed to achieve nanometer accuracies, presents a valuable opportunity to expand your expertise within an innovative technology sector. Key Responsibilities As a key member of the R&D team, reporting to our Principal Mechanical Engineer, the Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible and accountable for: ⢠Deriving the mechanical performance specification of the mechanical subassemblies using overall system functional requirements, ⢠The design and validation, and timely manufacture of the subassemblies, ⢠Generate the necessary supporting documentation to introduce the product into manufacturing and service., ⢠Demonstrate a clear understanding of the overall system performance requirements and derive the metrology error budgets for each of the main instrument functions, ⢠Suggest mechanical solutions and manufacturing methods for above, supported by calculations and FEA analysis as appropriate., ⢠Suggest efficient methods of assembly and validation methods for above., ⢠Demonstrate a clear understanding of the evaluation plans and expected results with suggestions for life testing and servicing., ⢠Oversee more junior/sub-contract Mechanical Engineers within the business., ⢠Be able to take lead in Mechanical project design reviews., ⢠Proven track record in product design, ⢠Experience of design of small mechanisms, ⢠Knowledge of drives and controls, ⢠Sound knowledge of manufacturing engineering, materials, methods, and processes, ⢠CAD (at least on of the following SW, NX, Catia, ProE), ⢠Experienced gained in the precision engineering/machine tool industry or Optics industry and production of product support documentation, ⢠Knowledge of fixtures or Kinematic principles, ⢠Knowledge of small precision machined manufacturing processes and materials., ⢠Confidence and intelligence, with the ability to mentor more junior engineers and oversee contractors., ⢠Degree Level education in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with at least 5 years' experience in design/mechanical engineer* role from concept through an end-to-end product lifecycle. Future Development Opportunities ⢠Development to reach Chartered status, ⢠A multi-disciplined environment with opportunities to learn with like-minded colleagues., ⢠1pm Friday finish., ⢠Competitive salary and 25 days holiday including Christmas., ⢠Fantastic and supportive onboarding to ensure joiners are well integrated and comfortable at Taylor Hobson., ⢠Generous matched pension scheme., ⢠Life assurance., ⢠Option to join private health plan., ⢠Enhanced maternity pay., ⢠We are invested in developing your skills and will promote and encourage progression through the business., ⢠Mentoring and guidance for accreditation., ⢠Opportunity to get involved with charity and fundraising, which we are passionate about., ⢠Sports and Social Club - fun events and activities throughout the year including Christmas party., ⢠Perkbox - our rewards app offering discounts from a multitude of retailers, a GP service and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Program to ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees., ⢠Employee referral scheme of £1000, ⢠Cycle to work scheme., ⢠An inclusive workforce., ⢠Established in 1886, Taylor Hobson is the world leader in surface and form metrology and developed the first Roundness and Surface Finish measuring instruments., ⢠We provide contact and non-contact measurement solutions for the most demanding applications on a global basis, with a worldwide infrastructure to support our clients; we are a truly global ultra-precision metrology company., ⢠We are pioneers, continually developing our products to meet the ever-increasing demands of next generation technologies, particularly in Optics, Bearings, Space, Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical and Renewable Energy technologies., ⢠Taylor Hobson's world leading brands include: TalyrondŽ, Form TalysurfŽ PGI, Form TalysurfŽ i-Series, SurtronicŽ, LUPHOScan, FormalysurfŽ PGI Optics, TalyvelŽ, Autocollimators, Micro-Alignment Telescope and AMECare., ⢠Taylor Hobson is part of the Ultra Precision Technologies Division of AMETEK, Inc. which is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices. AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information.