Overview
A manufacturing organisation producing engineered mechanical products is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of new products and the improvement of existing product ranges. You will work across the full design lifecycle - from concept through detailed engineering and production handover - collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure products are delivered to specification, on time and for manufacture.
Key Responsibilities
* Generate detailed mechanical designs for new products and modifications to existing product lines
* Define engineering requirements and ensure designs are production‑ready for manufacture
* Work across internal departments (Development, Production Engineering, Purchasing) to ensure design‑for‑manufacture (DFM) is embedded before release
* Determine suitable manufacturing methods for designs considering internal capabilities and external suppliers
* Perform DFMEA activities, tracking actions and working with development teams on failure modes and mitigations
* Conduct tolerance analysis for efficient manufacture, correct function, and assembly feasibility
* Produce and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) during the design process for cost and production purposes
* Collaborate with Production Engineering to optimise product cost, quality, and manufacturing efficiency
* Maintain progress documentation and provide updates to support new product development workflows
Required Qualifications & Experience
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or strong proven mechanical engineering background)
* Demonstrated experience taking mechanical products from prototype through to production
* Knowledge of sheet metal design and sheet metal manufacturing processes
* Experience generating DFMEA reports and implementing resulting actions
* Competence performing tolerance stack‑up analysis and resolving design concerns
* CAD proficiency - experience with Solid Edge preferred (SolidWorks acceptable)
* Ability to produce 2D production drawings in line with GD&T best practices
* Experience applying design‑for‑manufacture principles
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
* Able to work to defined standards within an ISO9001:2015 environment
Desirable Experience
* Familiarity with folding simulation software
* Prior experience producing manufacturing cost data via BOM structures
* Understanding of cross‑functional NPD processes
* Structured and organised approach with ability to prioritise workloads
* Continuous learner with effective teamworking skills
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