Flexible hours and excellent benefits package

* Opportunity to take the lead of NPI projects

* Tailored progression paths

* Office based

Scientific equipment used in research around the world and a chance to take a lead role in bringing products to life and leading projects from start to finish. As part of a multi-discipline team, and with everything manufactured in house you can see designs right through to the end product. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys fast-paced environments and wants to use their technical nous to the development of cutting-edge scientific products.

The people you'll be working with are brilliant, all dedicated to their work and pulling in the same direction. Plus, they will work with you to create a tailored development plan to help you keep moving forward in your career.

The Role: Principal Design Engineer

* Actively contribute to design projects, including developing project plans, preparing specifications, and creating 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks.

* Perform verification activities, engaging with subcontractors and customers to ensure excellence in design and functionality.

* Produce parts lists and bills of materials, and support the production team with testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting, particularly for new product introductions.

* Lead design reviews, and be the technical voice for mechanical engineering.

The Candidate: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

The ideal candidate will consider themselves a proactive person who looks for solutions to problems, and will have most of the following skills and experience:

* 3+ years' experience in mechanical design in a role such as Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Senior Design Engineer

* Qualification in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Industrial Engineering or a related field.

* Experience using Solidworks, Inventor, Solid Edge, Creo or a similar package

* Ability to think of your feet

* Confident in voicing your opinions and ideas, both within the team and to other departments