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Mechanical Design Engineer
Job Posted: 20 hours ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicester, City of Leicester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
My client is an established electrical equipment manufacturer with over 100 years of experience. They design and manufacture high power electrical resistors used in electricity generation, transmission and distribution as well as in the industrial automation, marine, telecoms and rail transit markets.
Job Overview
* They’re seeking to bring on a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to support the engineering team for their industrial resistor product range. In this pivotal role, you’ll contribute to the design of electrical equipment for industrial applications. Your responsibilities will include implementing mechanical best practices, adhering to industry standards, and collaborating with the design team to create innovative solutions. The successful candidate should have hands-on design experience and a solid grasp of mechanical engineering principles, along with basic knowledge of electrical engineering.
Principal Responsibilities
* Review design requirements and produce design calculations and production documentation (resistor element and design overview sheets).
* Create 3D models (primarily sheet metal parts) and assemblies, issuing designs for manufacture through engineering drawings and supplementary documentation (Bills of Materials, etc.).
* Carry out detailed mechanical design work including simulation and design verification testing, as required
* Review and approve design information from other team members.
* Adhere to quality systems (primarily ISO 9001), including using Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs) to document changes.
* Participate in research, development, and product testing as agreed with the Engineering Manager.
* Conduct technical investigations, perform root cause analysis, and initiate corrective actions.
* Provide technical support to Production, Sales, Service, and Customer Support.
* Deliver projects on schedule and within budget, managing a complex workload efficiently.
* Apply relevant design, regulatory, and industry standards.
* Identify and apply new industry-wide processes within the company.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
Essential
* At least 5 years of mechanical design experience, preferably with electrical equipment.
* Degree or equivalent qualification in mechanical engineering.
* Familiarity with CE marking processes and DFMEA.
* Experience in designing electrical equipment and/or machinery.
* Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor.
* Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with design teams, office staff, and manufacturing operatives.
Desirable
* Experience with Ansys simulation software to provide structural analysis.
* Experience of designing sheet metal constructionsBefore You Apply
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