Mechanical Design Engineer

Vision Together with our partners, we are driven to be the most respected, innovative & sustainable GSE manufacturer in the world. Company Overview Originally established as a Civil Engineering Firm by Terry Mallaghan in the 1960s, an ongoing dedication to excellence and innovation has seen Mallaghan evolve into a leading global manufacturer of GSE. Combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of customer requirements, Mallaghan designs and manufactures a comprehensive range of specialist products, including hi-lifts, aircraft maintenance, stairs, and deicers, tailored to the needs of our international partners. Headquartered in Dungannon, Northern Ireland, and with a manufacturing facility in Newnan, Georgia, Mallaghan employs a team of more than 400 people. With Ronan and Niall Mallaghan at the helm of the business, Mallaghan is committed to continued investment within the industry to ensure a range of innovative, sustainable GSE for airlines, airport and handling agents right across the world. Overview and Purpose of Role As key part of the design process, you will be project focused on a particular area within the design of GSE products to ensure that all designs are cost effective and have the best sourced materials for use. This will involve research, design and development of designs and improvement of the performance and efficiency of existing products. Main Duties and Responsibilities Taking direction from the Head of Engineering and production team, you will develop design bespoke vehicles and similar metal products in a timely manner. You will ensure that all design drawings are consistent and of a high level of accuracy and quality. You will liaise with the production floor teams. Produce models, drawings, cut lists, jigs and be trained to use nesting software. Produce manuals for engineers and customers. You will create and develop a log of design issues in order to ensure that design issues are managed and resolved. You will provide support by developing current designs to incorporate improvement measures to existing GSE designs. You will be required to source and select the most appropriate material for the product design to meet the requirements of the customer. You will be required to implement detailed structural and strength calculations to assess tolerance and stress analysis of mechanical components. You will be required to prepare technical documentation such as design specifications, design reports and procurement specifications. You will ensure that all works carried comply with the ISO 9001 procedures You are responsible for fully complying with the Health and Safety procedures. You will voice/ raise design changes that are evaluated for feasibility, cost and timing and implemented with care and thoroughness, gaining the approval from head of design. Adherence to our ISO 9001 Quality management system. Adherence to company health and safety procedures. Maintain a clean and tidy works area. Role Requirements A Higher Education Degree level qualification in an engineering or technical discipline At least 3 years experience as a design engineer within a metal fabrication environment Experience with design of vehicles, crushers, screeners, trailers or similar highly advantageous as is experience with hydraulics and electrics Experience design software such as AutoCad, Solidworks Must have good technical drawing skills Technical / computer skills (Solidworks, Pulse, Microsoft Office, ERP systems etc) Resilient with the ability to operate and thrive within a fast paced and dynamic environment. Excellent communication (both written and verbal), collaboration and inter-personal skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Commitment to work in line with Mallaghan Vision, Values & Behaviours A passion for engineering and a desire to be hands-on is essential. In return we offer: Competitive rate of pay Health Cash Plan Pension Life Assurance Discounted High Street, Gym Membership and Insurance Long Service Awards Social Events Cycle to Work and Tech Scheme On-site Parking Early finish on Fridays! Skills: CAD software 3D design software Solidworks Drawing Mechanical Product Design