Currently working with a famous automotive brand in Leicestershire to find a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team. A competitive salary is on offer as well as an excellent benefits package.

The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of a package of automotive components. Duties will include:

Design and development of a package of automotive components, supported by Specialists and Chief Engineers.
Working on design projects from concept through to delivery.
Delivering projects to the time, cost, quality and specification in line with design processes and KPI's.
Contributing to the creation and maintenance of comprehensive project plans.
Collaborating with the entire supply chain to ensure that team working is maximised.
Mentoring junior team members.
Escalating concerns, issues and risks up through the reporting chain.To be successful in the role of Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, the ideal candidate will offer the following skills:

MEng or BEng Degree in an Engineering related subject.
Core understanding of design engineering with a highly technical approach.
Experience of a 3D CAD package, ideally Creo but all CAD packages will be considered, and full training will be given on Creo if you haven't currently got experience in this.
Being accountable for tasks assigned by Area and Functional Leads.
Beneficial to have previous experience of working within an automotive/manufacturing environment.
Design for manufacture (DFM).
Ability to think ahead regarding design with a focus on powerful and validated solutions.
Leadership skills and a willingness to guide and coach team members as required.In return you will receive an excellent benefits package which includes:

Very competitive starting salary.
Competitive holiday entitlement as well as additional Annual Leave.
Half day on Fridays.
Company benefits platform.
Top level Life Assurance Scheme.
Enhanced pension scheme.
Company benefits platform.
Employee discounts.
Employee purchase / lease scheme.
Excellent training and career progression opportunities.

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