Motorola Solutions
Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Mechanical Design Engineer
Silent Sentinel R&D – Ware, Motorola Solutions
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe in the power of our people. We are a global, close-knit community dedicated to helping keep people safer across the world. Our mission is to design and connect technologies that safeguard people, property, and places, fostering collaboration for safer communities, schools, hospitals, businesses, and nations.
Join a company where your work directly contributes to a safer future.
Department Overview
Silent Sentinel R&D - Ware
Job Description
Motorola Solutions seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Silent Sentinel team, supporting the development of innovative projects.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, capable of working independently with confidence while confidently seeking support when needed. Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders will be essential as you help produce reliable products and manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Design enclosures and mechanisms suitable for harsh operating environments, including:
- -40°C temperatures
- Marine conditions
- MIL-STD specifications
- Create CAD designs in SolidWorks, translating them into:
- 2D technical drawings
- Bill of Materials (BoM)
- Clear build guides and documentation for production teams
- Oversee drawing reviews prior to manufacturing to ensure accuracy and legality
- Conduct prototype inspections and provide production troubleshooting support
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of design integrity through:
- FEA analysis (advantageous)
- Thermal simulation (advantageous)
- Calculated engineering justification
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Critical: Candidates must present a portfolio showcasing relevant mechanical design experience pre-interview.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Fluent in English (spoken and written)
- SolidWorks expertise:
- 3D modelling
- 2D technical drawing production
- BoM generation
- Familiarity with:
- Material properties
- Manufacturing techniques
- Plating methods, coatings, and fasteners
- Travel readiness:
- Frequent short-notice travel between Ware (headquarters) and Sandy (machine shop)
- Written & oral communication skills:
- Ability to produce clear, concise technical documentation
- Self-motivated yet collaborative:
- Must thrive independently while working effectively in a team
- Problem-solving mindset:
- Ability to think pragmatically when troubleshooting design and manufacturing issues
- Design-for-manufacture proficiency
- Assessment considerations (advantageous):
- Ergonomic and aesthetically pleasing designs
- Experience with IP ratings and IP67 sealing methods
- Proactive product quality assurance via testing
- Demonstrable ability to justify designs through analysis and calculations
- (Bonus Advantage) Experience with FEA and thermal simulation
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Travel Requirements
10–25% of the time. No relocation provided.
Position Type
Experienced Professionals
Referral Plan
No referral payment for candidates.
U.K. Working Conditions
Motorola Solutions UK Limited
EEO Statement (Equal Opportunity Employer)
Motorola Solutions sustains an inclusive workplace where candidates receive equal consideration without regard for:
- Race
- Color
- Religion or belief
- Sex/gender
- Sexual orientation
- Gender identity
- National origin
- Disability
- Veteran status
- Any other legally-prohibited characteristic
“We are proud of our people-first culture—empowering every team member to be authentic and excel towards a safer world." At Motorola Solutions, we welcome applicants who may not meet every listed requirement but can demonstrate Transferable skills and enthusiasm.
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