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# Senior Design Engineer

- **Company:** Molex
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, SolidWorks (CAD), Data-Flow Analysis, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Rapid Prototyping Process, Coax, Ansys, 2d Design
- **Published:** July 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b4d7a69953f5ca17

## About the Role

Are you an experienced Design Engineer with a passion for innovation and product development? Do you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and bringing cutting-edge products from concept to production?, Essential

 * Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
 * Minimum 5-7 years' experience within Aerospace, Defence, Military or other high-reliability industries.
 * Proven experience successfully bringing products from concept to market.
 * Strong CAD experience, preferably SolidWorks.
 * Knowledge of FEA tools such as ANSYS and Mold Flow analysis.
 * Understanding of metallic and polymeric materials, coatings and manufacturing processes.
 * Knowledge of electrical engineering principles relating to connectors, contacts and cable systems.
 * Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Desirable

 * Experience with coaxial, fibre optic and high-speed connector technologies.
 * Understanding of RF design and signal transmission up to 40GHz.
 * Hands-on rapid prototyping and product validation experience.
 * Familiarity with PCB assembly, SMT processes and BGA applications.
 * Knowledge of ISO9001 and AS9100 quality systems.
 * Experience of DFMEA, Root Cause Analysis and risk management methodologies.
 * Exposure to ESA, NASA or Defence product development programmes.
 * Project management experience and the ability to manage multiple development activities simultaneously.

## Description

* Leading the technical development of new interconnect products from concept through to production.
 * Creating detailed 3D and 2D CAD designs using SolidWorks.
 * Designing contacts, insulators, connectors, cables, latching mechanisms and other critical interconnect components.
 * Conducting design reviews supported by engineering calculations, simulation, testing and research.
 * Coordinating prototype builds with internal teams and external suppliers.
 * Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and manufacturing scale-up.
 * Developing test procedures and overseeing qualification testing.
 * Performing DFMEA and risk assessments in accordance with AS9100 requirements.
 * Providing technical support for existing product ranges and leading root cause investigations.
 * Working closely with customers, suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions.


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