Principal Mechanical Design Engineer at Segula Technologies

Aylesbury, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical design, Electromechanical systems, Power generation, 3D CAD, Rotating machinery, Engineering materials, Manufacturing methods, Design assurance, Root-cause analysis, Technical leadership, Mentoring, Aerospace standards, Stress analysis, Thermal analysis, Validation, Industrialisation

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company Description Join the world of the future in a fast-growing international company! At SEGULA Technologies you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and help shaping the future within an engineering company which is at the heart of innovation. SEGULA Technologies serves Clients in the automotive, energy and rail sectors in the UK. We focus on design, construction, installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, decommissioning and dismantling also covering logistics and documentation. Job Description We are seeking an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to play a pivotal role in the development of innovative electromechanical and power generation technologies for next‑generation aerospace applications. This role is ideal for a technically strong engineer who enjoys design authority, work‑package leadership and hands‑on problem solving, while also mentoring others and influencing project direction. The Role You will lead and deliver robust mechanical design solutions across R&D, R&T and product development programmes. Working within a multi‑disciplinary engineering environment, you will take ownership of complex work packages, ensuring designs meet performance, manufacturing, cost and weight targets while complying with rigorous aerospace standards. You’ll work closely with stress, thermal, validation, industrialisation, quality and supply chain teams, providing technical leadership and design assurance from concept through to product maturity. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of mechanical design solutions for electromechanical and power generation products Own and deliver engineering work packages, ensuring technical robustness, schedule adherence and cost targets Create, review and approve 3D CAD models, drawings and bills of materials in line with company standards Produce and review design assurance documentation, including calculations, reports, test procedures and analyses Support design investigations, root‑cause analysis and risk reduction activities to mature products and concepts Act as a technical authority, supporting design reviews and approving solutions produced by other engineers Interface across disciplines including mechanical, stress, thermal, V&V, industrialisation, configuration and quality Provide technical guidance, mentoring and informal leadership to engineers within the project team Support project reporting, milestone delivery and KPI achievement Qualifications Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or Aeronautical Engineering (or equivalent experience) Strong experience delivering mechanical design work packages in a regulated engineering environment Proven background in rotating machinery (shafts, bearings, seals, housings, structures) Solid understanding of engineering materials and manufacturing methods Substantial experience using 3D CAD tools for electromechanical design Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver work under tight project deadlines Desirable: Experience with high‑speed motors or power generation systems Familiarity with CATIA or NX, PLM systems (Teamcenter/Windchill), SAP or MS Project Basic knowledge of mechatronics or electronics Experience working with external engineering suppliers and reviewing outsourced deliverables Additional Information Why Apply? Work on advanced, high-value engineering products used in demanding applications Influence product performance throughout its entire lifecycle Collaborate with highly skilled, multidisciplinary engineering teams Take ownership and influence site delivery outcomes Be part of a safety-first, technically driven project environment Contract/country: Fixed Term Job family: Technical Direction and Expertise

Responsibilities

You will lead the development of complex mechanical design solutions for electromechanical and power generation products within an aerospace environment. This includes owning work packages, ensuring technical robustness, and providing leadership to multidisciplinary teams from concept through to product maturity.