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With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.\nPrimary Purpose of the Role\nCarry out general engineering tasks as required by the business.\nWith the support of other members of the team, undertake specialised mechanical design activities associated with designing for the subsea environment.\nProactively seek opportunities to learn from colleagues across Thales.\nShare knowledge and experience with other members of the team.\nPrincipal Relationships\nReporting to the Mechanical Engineering Group Manager and Hardware Delivery Manager.\nCommunicate effectively within the team to share knowledge, learn from colleagues, and support professional development.\nProvide regular updates on progress, risks, and issues to the relevant Work Package or Project Manager for allocated tasks.\nKeep the Team Leader informed of challenges, successes, and emerging issues.\nKey Responsibilities and Tasks\nThe role may include, but is not limited to, the following activities:\nCarry out mechanical design activities within a collaborative engineering team environment.\nWork closely with production and procurement teams to develop cost-effective and manufacturable design solutions.\nSupport the preparation of detailed estimates and bid submissions.\nProvide engineering support to production activities as required.\nSupport trials, testing, and system integration activities as required.\nKey Performance Indicators\nMonitor compliance of designs against target cost and lead-time requirements.\nDeliver against agreed commitments relating to Time, Cost, and Quality.\nMaintain design quality and adherence to company processes and standards.\nSkills\nEssential\nFundamental understanding of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering principles.\nGeneral understanding of Engineering Development lifecycles.\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills.\nProactive, can-do attitude.\nAbility to work effectively within a team environment.\nCompetent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.\nAbility to work with a reasonable level of autonomy.\nLogical and structured approach to problem-solving.\nDesirable\nKnowledge of thermal management techniques.\nExperience using CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) tools.\nAbility to perform basic static stress and FEA analysis using Creo Simulate.\nExperience\nStrong experience in Mechanical Design Engineering, including some of the following:\nPackaging of electronics and associated cabling.\nDesigning for platform installation, including ships and submarines.\nDesign of assembly and mould tooling.\nDesign of lifting equipment.\nProduction of key manufacturing drawings from CAD models.\nProduction of detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings.\nSupporting the development of design requirements.\nProficiency in the use of 3D CAD systems.\nDesirable\nProficiency in Creo and PDMLink.\nExperience in one or more of the following areas: Design of sonar assemblies and equipment for subsea environments. Design of deployment systems. Design processes involving polyurethane, epoxy, and other resin moulding techniques. Design of composite structures and sonar domes. Specification and design of subsea cable assemblies. Thermal management and CFD analysis. Static stress and FEA analysis using Creo Simulate. Design of 19-inch rack systems and consoles, including shock mounting and thermal management considerations.\nValues & Behaviours\nConduct all work in accordance with company processes and procedures.\nWork efficiently, responsibly, and autonomously where appropriate.\nDemonstrate a collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.\nFinancial / Budgetary Responsibility\nMonitor compliance of designs against target costs and delivery lead times.\nManage personal performance against agreed commitments for Time, Cost, and Quality.\nQualifications\nEssential\nHNC, HND, or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.\nDesirable\nChartered Engineer (CEng) status or equivalent professional accreditation.\nAt Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here.\nWe are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.\nIf this role isn’t quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. 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