Principal Design Engineer - Scientific Test Equipment

Company Overview

Principal Design Engineer

• The company is an award-winning manufacturer of innovative scientific test equipment. 

• It serves industries spanning conventional and renewable energy sources, alongside diverse industrial sectors. 

• A highly respected organisation accredited with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 17034, and ISO 17025 certifications. 

• Committed to research and development, pushing boundaries in technology and instrumentation. 

 

Benefits of the Role 

Principal Design Engineer

• Competitive salary 

• 25 days annual leave 

• Pension 

 

Role Overview 

Principal Design Engineer

• The company is seeking a talented Principal Design Engineer (Mechanical) to head its mechanical design team, focusing on the development of cutting-edge scientific test instruments. The role involves: 

• Leading the mechanical design team in the creation of new products and the enhancement of existing designs. 

• Overseeing daily operations to ensure projects meet deadlines and stay aligned with priorities. 

• Managing recruitment efforts, conducting performance evaluations, and mentoring team members. 

• Leading design reviews and driving continuous engineering improvements. 

• Investigating emerging technologies and incorporating them into product development. 

• Ensuring all designs adhere to engineering standards, safety regulations, and ISO certifications. 

• Collaborating with production engineering and supply chain teams to ensure smooth transitions from prototype to full-scale production. 

• Contributing to the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) and supporting ongoing improvement efforts. 

 

Ideal Candidate 

Principal Design Engineer

• Holds an engineering degree and possesses a minimum of five years' experience in mechanical design, with a strong background in product development. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team of mechanical design engineers, fostering innovation and collaboration. 

• A proactive and hands-on approach to problem-solving, with a passion for developing innovative engineering solutions. 

• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and other engineering software, with the ability to create detailed designs and simulations. 

 

Consultant: Joshua Cumming 
Email: joshuac@otrsales.co.uk 
Tel: 0208 397 4114 

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK. 

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