Job Description

Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support with Thermal Analysis.
Key skills required for this role
Thermal, IcePak, CREO, Ansys
Important
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Thermal Analysis
Job description
Location: Basildon (1 day per week onsite)
Duration: 6 month contract
Rate: 55.05ph UMB (Inside IR35)
Role details:
Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support on a contract basis. This role requires on-site presence one day per week and is focused on the integration and thermal analysis of Electro-Mechanical Products.
Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse and assess Electro-Mechanical Products for thermal performance against Systems Requirements using finite element techniques and classical hand calculations.
• Generate Finite Element Models and reports as per industry requirements.
• Support the selection of compliant solutions, including materials, based on recognised Thermal Management solutions.
• Conduct thermal analyses of complex products using Ansys IcePak.
• Advise and support on the development of mechanical thermal management solutions to meet product requirements.
• Generate mechanical solutions for harsh environments (Shock, Vibration, Temperature, EMC, etc.).
• Design of engineering solutions considering all requirements including product quality, safety, reliability, testability, and sustainability.
• Produce Manufacturing Data Packs in line with BS8888 and generate BoM within the approved PLM system (Teamcenter).

What we are looking for in you:

• Proven experience in the use of Finite Element Analysis software tools (preferably Ansys IcePak) and techniques.
• Hands-on mechanical design and development using 3D CAD software (PTC Creo).
• Application of a wide range of classical hand calculation techniques for Thermal Analyses.
• Experience in the integration of Printed Circuit Boards within a mechanical structure, with knowledge of electrical screening, grounding, etc.
• Experience in the thermal analysis of Printed Circuit Boards, with comprehensive knowledge of thermal management techniques.
• Experience in various aspects of DfX, including Manufacturing, Assembly, Test, Integration, and Sustainability.
• Detail and assembly drawing generation in accordance with BS8888, including numerical calculations and tolerance studies.

Desirable:

• Experience in Thermal Analysis using Siemens NX.
• Experience of practical test methods for design verification related to Thermal requirements.

If you are a skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer with a focus on thermal analysis and design, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team in Basildon, working on cutting-edge Defence & Security projects.

Skills Required