Senior Mechanical Product Design Engineer

Our client, a prominent entity in the manufacturing and engineering sector, is seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Product Design Engineer to join their team. This permanent role is pivotal in ensuring that new and existing products meet CE/UKCA compliance standards and align with the company's engineering plan, business strategy, and sales targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce electro-mechanical 3D models and technical drawings for products under the guidance of the product manager.
• Create 2D engineering drawings and BOMs from 3D models.
• Generate and maintain all design-related documentation, including files and calculations required for UKCA/CE approval.
• Provide complete design and information packs, including electronic design, to support procurement, production, and SSG.
• Maintain existing design-related documentation within the engineering system.
• Lead design concept and scope meetings to establish design parameters.
• Support the management of ECR/ECN processes under the guidance of the product manager.
• Develop and incorporate new designs into the existing product range as guided by the product manager.
• Take a leading role in identifying and suggesting improvements for existing product designs, seeking agreement from the product manager.

Job Requirements:

• Understanding of working in a design office/engineering environment.
• Degree level education in a mechanical engineering discipline.
• Proficiency in using the Solidworks CAD package is essential.
• Excellent knowledge of machining operations, materials, finishing processes, and fabrication.
• A good appreciation of electrical/electronic products.
• Understanding of application tolerances and economic manufacture principles.

Skills:

• Expert-level proficiency with Solidworks 3D package.
• Excellent mechanical design and engineering calculation skills.
• Competency in AutoCAD / DraftSite is beneficial.
• Good practical workshop skills.
• Effective project and time management skills.
• Knowledge of BS8888 standards for producing engineering drawings.
• Strong communication skills for mentoring junior design office members and sharing expertise.
• Familiarity with pressure vessels and design codes, and CE approval documentation is advantageous.

Behavioural Qualities:

• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
• Enthusiastic and collaborative team player.
• Flexible approach to work beyond the immediate design office environment.
• Self-advancement skills to enhance personal effectiveness.
• Forward-thinking with strong planning and organisational skills.

If you are an experienced mechanical design engineer with a passion for product development and compliance, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and innovative team in the manufacturing and engineering sector.