Mechanical Design Engineer

£35k-£45k ~ £45k+
Antrim

Mechanical Design Engineer
 
Job Description Summary
 
Client  require a high calibre Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of world-leading products. In this role, the engineer will work as part of a Global organisation, engaging with cross-functional teams to deliver results to a range of customers, including leading global automotive OEMs
 
Job Description
 
General Responsibilities
      • Lead development of market leading Sensor Products, including CAD design, prototyping, testing, production launch and customer technical support
      • Interact with customers to solicit product specification requirements, define project schedules, drive and deliver on project execution in alignment with customer needs
      • Lead engagement with existing and new suppliers, defining requirements and driving supplier on-time delivery and quality
      • Work cross functionally within a global team to optimise designs for manufacturing, assembly and cost effectiveness
      • Lead engineering engagement with test labs and production lines to validate and launch new products
      • Support change management projects across a range of existing products with a global footprint
 
Essential Experience/Qualifications
    • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
    • Minimum 5 years previous experience in a manufacturing environment
    • Fluent in the use of English language
    • Experience in 3D CAD packages & 2D drawing preparation
    • Displays a high level of initiative, team working, research & problem-solving skills
 
Desirable:
    • Experience in automotive industry and qualification processes
    • Experience with SolidWorks, Catia and/or NX Modelling Packages
    • Experience in the use of Engineering Tolerances and GD&T
    • Experience designing for manufacturing processes including plastic moulding, metal forming, stamping, casting and forging
    • Knowledge of engineering design processes e.g. DFMEA, Design for Six Sigma
    • Understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM) systems
    • Knowledge of sensor related electronics, their behaviour and mechanical failure modes