Reporting to the Engineering Manager the role of the Lead Mechanical Design Engineer is to deliver conceptual designs to meet specific customer specifications according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes liaising with management to organise resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer will also define project objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle. You must have at least ten years' experience as a mechanical design engineer and good working knowledge of electro-mechanical products, including hydraulic / pneumatic design.Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Roles and Responsibilities - Senior / Principle Mechanical Design Engineer / Hydraulic / Pneumatic / Engineering Manager / CAD / Mechanical Engineering* Direct and manage design phase from beginning to end. Define project scope and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders* Effectively communicate project expectations to team members in a timely and clear fashion* Deliver progress reports, design proposals, documentation and technical presentations* Develop system FMEA's, design specifications, P&I's, risk assessments, CE and associated design documentation* Remotely support commissioning activities through the set-up and debug phasesLead Mechanical Design Engineer - Skills and Abilities - Senior / Principle Mechanical Design Engineer / Hydraulic / Pneumatic / Engineering Manager / CAD / Mechanical Engineering* A degree or vocationally educated (HNC,HND, apprenticeship) Mechanical Design Engineer* Understanding of complex, high precision, special purpose machinery design* Proven experience with 3D CAD design software and Microsoft office* Experience of working both independently and in a team oriented collaborative environment* Ability to prioritize, effectively execute tasks and bring projects to successful completion* Strong written, verbal, communication and interpersonal skillsLead Mechanical Design Engineer / Senior / Principle Mechanical Design Engineer / Hydraulic / Pneumatic / Engineering Manager / CAD / Mechanical EngineeringIf this role could appeal, please do apply now!