Lead Mechanical Engineer

JOB Lead Mechanical Engineer

LOCATION Chiswick London

TERM Permanent

SALARY Competitive dependent on experience

My client is developing next-generation mass data storage hardware using pioneering holographic technology. They are looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their West London team on a permanent basis.

The Lead Mechanical Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
Degree-level qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
Around 8 years of relevant industry experience within mechanical engineering precision hardware or mechanical systems
Experience leading the delivery of mechanical systems subsystems or significant mechanical workstreams
Strong understanding of mechanical tolerances repeatability requirements and verification methods
Experience integrating mechanical systems beyond isolated component design
Hands-on experience building testing debugging and improving mechanical hardware
Familiarity with mechanical failure modes relating to wear alignment tension friction or material handling
Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams during system integration
Ability to document technical requirements risks test methods and engineering decisions clearly
Exposure to production environments supplier coordination or manufacturing-focused design
Excellent communication organisation and technical leadership skills
Experience with precision mechanical systems motion control or positioning mechanisms would be advantageous
Experience supporting products through EVT DVT PVT or production launch phases would be beneficial

The Lead Mechanical Engineer role will involve:
Taking technical ownership of a key mechanical workstream within the media handling system
Establishing mechanical tolerances repeatability requirements and verification methods
Developing test methods rigs and verification approaches for tape movement and positioning
Reducing technical risks relating to tape positioning path control and system repeatability
Supporting drive system integration and resolving mechanical risks through structured build and test activities
Improving life-test methods and assessing tape management behaviour under operating conditions
Peer reviewing mechanical designs test plans and verification evidence
Guiding engineers technically and supporting wider engineering workstreams
Working closely with mechanical mechatronics electronics and controls teams
Supporting the transition from prototype through to production and launch

The company are offering:
Competitive salary
25 days annual leave
Employer pension contributions
Cycle-to-work scheme
A collaborative and highly technical working environment

If you are interested in this position please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.

Many thanks Premier Group