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We are seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to join our client's dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for driving the design, development, and maintenance of the innovative product line.
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will collaborate cross-functionally to translate customer requirements and internal initiatives into practical, cost-effective, and high-quality design solutions. Your focus will be on ensuring products meet performance, quality, safety, and regulatory standards, while supporting continuous improvement and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Experience designing water brake dynamometers, or alternatively, experience with high-speed rotating components up to 25,000 rpm
- Contribute to the design, development, and testing of mechanical components and assemblies, using advanced engineering principles and tools
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure new product designs meet customer specifications and requirements
- Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation, including specifications, drawings, operation manuals, and build and test procedures
- Refine existing product designs to improve performance, durability, and manufacturability
- Develop solutions for component and system faults identified throughout the product lifecycle
- Analyse and address product documentation defects, ensuring all related documentation is up-to-date and accurate
- Design mechanical solutions tailored to customer needs, ensuring all designs meet functional and performance requirements
- Provide technical support to the sales team throughout the sales process, offering insights into product capabilities and limitations
- Assist in the preparation of proposals, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with customer requirements
- Support production build, installation, and testing of products, as well as provide technical guidance during commissioning
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Qualifications And Experience
- HNC/HND or qualified degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of proven experience in mechanical engineering design and product development
- Proficient in using CAD software, such as SolidWorks, for design modelling, drawing generation, and analysis
- Knowledgeable in engineering analysis tools (e.g., ANSYS, ProMechanica) and mathematical computing and analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Excel, LabView)
- Strong understanding of core engineering concepts, including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, and materials science
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and creative thinking skills
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Continuous learning mindset and a passion for staying up-to-date with industry trends and engineering advancements
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If you are an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
To apply, please submit your CV to Barry Salters, highlighting your relevant skills and experience.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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