The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a unique business that specialises in delivering exciting and innovative projects within the creative industries, from TV sets and giant artworks to jaw-dropping structures. End clients include Google, The BBC, The Brits, Amazon, Netflix, Oligarchs. Their work can be seen around the world and falls into the following categories: large-scale events, theatre and TV sets, ceremonies, art installations and architectural pavilions.

The Position

They currently have an opportunity for an enthusiastic & highly motivated, Mechanical Engineer within their Technical department. As a member of the Technical department with primary focus on the design and engineering of projects spanning the architectural, construction, exhibition, and live event sectors. Whilst experience within these fields would be a distinct advantage, consideration will be given to candidates with exceptional skillsets from other sectors.

This role is ideal for an experienced Mechanical Engineer capable of guiding and advising a team of designers and drafts people. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conceptual design of stage, performance and special machines to meet client concepts or specifications.
• Produce or supervise creation of conceptual models in Autodesk Inventor including FEA.
• Develop designs and produce engineered solutions with supporting calculations and analysis to achieve better than regulatory standards and guidelines including Eurocodes, Machinery Directive, CDM Regulations and Entertainment Technology – Machinery for Stages and CE/UKCA Standards.
• Check engineering solutions, calculations and drawings of other designers.
• With project managers ensure machines are built and tested to design and standards.
• Produce testing schedules and witness and or verify tests including factory tests and site commissioning.
• Act as design lead on single and multi-disciplined projects as and when required.
• Produce or supervise production of technical documentation.
• Project cost control and effective management of project resources.
• Ensure that quality and consistency of output (drawings, reports, calcs etc.) is always maintained.
• Assist in the development of processes to improve efficiency and project delivery.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

The Person

• HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline.
• Understanding of the design process, and its associated documentation.
• Extensive knowledge of British Standards and Design Regulations
• Extensive knowledge of designing and detailing mechanical systems / components
• Mechanical calculations / methodical problem-solving ability
• Technical drawing to BS 8888 or other professional standards
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience designing mechanical systems / components (gained in the UK)
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people

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