Mechanical Design Engineer & Mechanical Subsystem Owner

Company: Roc Search GmbH
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Location: Essex
Job Description:

Senior Mechanical Systems Lead (New Product Development)

The Opportunity A leading specialist in high-performance thermal engineering is looking for a senior-level Mechanical Design Engineer to act as a Technical Subsystem Owner. This role sits within a sophisticated R&D environment, focusing on the end-to-end development of complex electromechanical hardware. You will bridge the gap between initial concept and full-scale production within a highly regulated framework.

Core Responsibilities

  • System Architecture: Lead the mechanical design and technical ownership of advanced thermal-controlled subsystems.
  • Full Lifecycle Design: Manage projects from early-stage prototyping through to manufacturing hand-off and field support.
  • Technical Integrity: Oversight of detailed CAD modeling, technical documentation, and compliance with rigorous industry standards.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work within an Agile framework to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and quality controls (FMEA) are met.
  • Continuous Innovation: Drive the research of emerging technologies to enhance product performance and reliability.

Candidate Profile

  • Extensive Industry Tenure: Significant experience (approx. two decades) in mechanical product design and new product development (NPD).
  • Electromechanical Expertise: Proven track record with high-performance systems involving complex moving parts or specialized environmental controls.
  • Software Proficiency: Expert-level capability in industry-standard 3D modeling software.
  • Process Driven: Familiarity with structured development environments, including ISO-regulated design controls and risk management.
  • Leadership Mentality: Experience taking full accountability for subsystems and mentoring junior engineers within a sprint-based delivery model.

Education & Qualifications

  • Professional degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Professional certifications in process improvement or project management methodologies are highly regarded.

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Posted: May 10th, 2026