The successful Principal Mechanical Design Engineer will help develop the next generation of innovative and technologically complex instruments and systems for challenging and interesting applications.

Design authority for of all electronics, software and mechanical design activities within the company.
Support the Director of Engineering in management of design & development projects.
Assign tasks to the Mechanical Design team, setting project goals, negotiating with vendors and clients, ensuring projects stay within time and budgetary restraints. Mentoring and developing the team.
Scientific instrumentation design from concept to final product.
Forward look at design and manufacturing tools/techniques that could be adopted by the company.
Specific product design activities within projects
Project Management
Bidding, business promotion and development.

To be successful in this role of Principal Mechanical Design Engineer we would love to speak to anyone who has experience of:

A sound understanding of engineering disciplines & a high level of design ability and engineering knowledge is required. As too are project management skills - with ability to plan budgets and resources necessary for successful project completion.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to communicate goals to the team are required.
Experience of leading and developing a design team in a high technology engineering environment. You should have exemplary leadership skills to manage the team's performance towards the company's objectives.
To be successful in this role, you will need a comprehensive knowledge of fundamental engineering principles We will use the interview process to explore the depth and breadth of your knowledge
Applicants should hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering (2.1 or higher) from a recognized university, have a number of years' experience working as a design engineer in a high technology engineering environment and must be able to demonstrate the requisite level of design ability and a sound engineering knowledge base.

ACS are recruiting for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Principal Mechanical Design Engineer role you desire