The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise and oversight throughout the project life cycle, from initial requirements, through concept generation, development and detailed final design.,

• Develop mechanical solutions across a variety of projects, using principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, and material science as required
• Use analytical techniques and recognised tools to design out potential design and process failures
• Apply nuclear standards (e.g. ASME) to ensure proposed design solutions meet industry requirements
• Evaluate products by designing and conducting appropriate design, development, verification and validation methods
• Produce technical evaluations and engineering assessments of proposed design solutions
• Produce technical drawings for manufacture and installation, to national and internationally recognized standards
• Create technical reports and documentation to support manufacture as required
• Provide technical collaboration with customers and suppliers
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies
• Liaising with the Project Management team to ensure progress, and that goals and milestones are aligned
• Provide clear progress reports, estimates to completion and risks to project managers.
• Assess project requirements and agree budgets, timescales and specifications with customer.
• Develop plans, processes, and procedures, including work packages as required to support the execution of project milestones
• Take on responsibility to support the project engineering team to develop and deliver a solution that is technically and commercially viable
• Support the coordination and management of engineering tasks for a project, ensuring on time and on budget deliver
• Technical oversight and guidance of mechanical engineers
• Support bids by providing technical solutions, estimates, and plans
  
  Qualified to degree level in a Mechanical/Aerospace/Automotive Engineering or similar discipline
• Experience in the design and assembly of products designed to operate in harsh environmental conditions
• Ability to communicate complex aspects of designs verbally and graphically
• A strong working knowledge of 3D modelling software such as Autodesk Inventor, Solidworks or similar
• Knowledge of analytical simulation techniques such as FEA, CFD, etc
• Experience designing jigs and fixtures
• Experience working with BoMs and detailed drawing packs
• Ability to write concise and detailed engineering reports and documentation for publishing.
• Ability to work alone and in a team environment
• Application of ASME coding within a nuclear environment would be advantageous but is not essential
• Knowledge of DFMEA, PFMEA, DFM/DFA and Root cause analysis.
• Perform detailed reviews of engineering drawings
• Leading engineering teams
  
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Environmental, Social and Governance Ultra Energy, a Business Unit of Curtiss Wright, is a global engineering and design manufacture leader with just over six decades of experience designing for heavily regulated markets, such as nuclear, aerospace, oil and gas, and more. We develop sensors and instrumentation and control solutions for harsh environments and mission critical applications when safety and reliability matter. We focus on our customers' success in every step of our process from sales engagement, quality, delivery, and customer service. Our customers trust us and know our commitment to safety is our top priority., Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments - Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.Our ValuesWhat makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall - we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.LeadershipWe lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.Customer FocusWe are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers' expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.Teamwork & TrustWorking in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.Respect for PeopleWe believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.IntegrityWe will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.What We Offer Our Employees: Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.