OVERVIEW

As Mechanical Design Engineer, you will report to the Engineering Manager and work closely with departments including Sales, Design, Purchasing, and Production, as well as with suppliers and customers.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will generate 3D models and 2D drawings for new and existing products in accordance with specified standards. Working closely with departments and managers across the organisation, the role will support successful product delivery and wider business objectives.

As part of an employee-owned organisation, the successful candidate will share in the responsibilities and rewards of ownership. Employees are expected to:

• Take responsibility for delivering the right experience for customers and contributing to the profitability of the business.
• Work collaboratively as a team in line with the organisation’s shared values.
• Take opportunities to develop professionally, support colleagues, and maintain an appropriate balance between work and personal priorities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical

• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, electro-mechanical schematics, assemblies, and Bills of Materials for new products, components, and sub-assemblies.
• Design sheet metal housings, assemblies, mounting systems, fan guards, cooling arrangements, cable routing, and mechanical packaging.
• Assist with the creation of 3D model illustrations and animations for departments including Sales, Service, and Training.
• Apply knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and appropriate design techniques.
• Use software and mathematical models to analyse and validate mechanical designs against stress, load, and thermal requirements.
• Assist with the procurement of mechanical components and collaborate with other teams.
• Support prototype manufacture, builds, testing, and validation.
• Set up mechanical tests and record and document design performance.
• Maintain engineering records, technical reports, and part libraries in line with company quality processes.
• Support the Engineering team with the transition to SolidWorks and the implementation of a new ERP system.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, including IP ratings, EMC, and seismic requirements.
• Maintain libraries and version control for standard parts.
• Support the modularisation and standardisation of assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Maintain product drawings within 3D CAD and ERP systems.
• Work closely with Purchasing and suppliers on cost reduction and second-sourcing activities.
• Support the Engineering Manager with continuous improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Ensure parts used within drawings remain current by liaising with suppliers and maintaining supporting documentation within the ERP system.
• Eliminate engineering errors through clash-detection techniques.
• Identify requirements relating to EMC, signal segregation, and heat flow to support manufacture.
• Apply an understanding of cable routing, bend radius, and standard looms.
• Create Bills of Materials and routings to support timely procurement and accurate margin analysis.
• Support the Engineering team with drawings, manuals, and other technical documentation required for product delivery and service.