This thriving Nottingham-based engineering company is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their talented and driven team. As a technology-focused organisation with ambitious plans for the future, they are looking for a senior professional who can lead, inspire, and contribute to their vision for innovation in the industry.
With a portfolio of exciting projects, including collaborations with high-profile clients such as a unicorn company based in France, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing and dynamic environment. The company takes pride in its strong team culture and history of nurturing talent at all levels.
Your Role and Responsibilities As a Senior Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions and driving the success of engineering projects. This will include:
*Technical Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering their technical growth and ensuring project excellence.
*Project Oversight: Take ownership of the full lifecycle of engineering projects, from initial client engagement through to design, execution, and delivery.
*Client Interaction: Work directly with clients, including presenting advanced mechatronic designs using Solidworks and AutoCAD, and justifying design decisions with clear, data-driven presentations and reports.
*Design Excellence: Lead the creation of robust designs that meet project specifications, budgets, and schedules. Develop throughput and cycle time calculations, specifying equipment to meet complex project requirements.
*Process Optimisation: Analyse client operational processes and develop advanced material flow diagrams to enhance efficiency, advising on logistics and supply chain improvements where applicable.
*Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with R&D, Sales, and Project teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of initiatives.
*Advanced Simulations: Lead the development and execution of simulations to test and model scenarios, drawing upon these insights to craft comprehensive proposals and solutions.
*Strategic Contributions: Actively contribute to improving internal efficiencies and processes, and support commercial efforts by developing pricing strategies and project cost evaluations.
What You Bring to the Team *A degree in Engineering or a closely related field.
*A strong academic background, with a focus on analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
*Proven experience in client-facing roles, with the ability to articulate complex engineering solutions effectively.
*Expertise in Solidworks and AutoCAD, with a track record of delivering successful mechatronic designs.
*A proactive approach to communication, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
*Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
*Knowledge of logistics and supply chain processes, with a deep understanding of automation, special-purpose machinery, or materials handling equipment.
*A history of driving cross-departmental collaboration to achieve engineering excellence.
Why Join Us? In this senior role, you’ll have the opportunity to:
*Influence the company’s strategic direction.
*Develop and implement cutting-edge engineering solutions.
*Work with prestigious clients on transformative projects.
*Receive continued opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
The company offers a competitive salary, which will be based on your experience and qualifications.