Senior Design Engineer - Engines

Contract position Outside IR35On-site - Hybrid working in West SussexOur client, a leader in the automotive sector, is currently seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role involves designing a wide range of complex engine components, with a focus on off-highway, large engine, heavy-duty, and marine applications.Key Responsibilities:The mechanical design of components through concept, definitive, and detail design phasesCarrying out detailed mechanical design work including 3D modelling, basic stress calculations, FMEA''s, 2D layouts, 2D detailing, and tolerance stacksEnsuring that system and component specifications meet the required design standardsCreating 2D drawings for manufacture or purchaseProducing assembly drawings and bills of materialsManaging design change requests in a timely mannerEnsuring the fit and function of responsible parts or systems and their interaction with other systemsMaintaining up-to-date layout drawings and creating component or system design plansCollaborating with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure products are designed for manufacture and assemblyReporting progress of all assigned tasks to project management teams, chief designer, or engineering managerCreating technical reports and documentation required for engineering projectsHighlighting mechanical technical risks to the chief designer or engineering managerPreparing and presenting mechanical designs at design ..... full job details .....