Mechanical Design Engineer
Due to business growth, we are looking to enhance our engineering team by hiring a Mechanical design engineer. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the applicant must be a strong team player with the competency and enthusiasm to innovate and deliver designs that are commensurate with that of a market leading engineering company.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
* Design and develop innovative engineering solutions for bespoke lifting and handling equipment projects in railway depots and workshops.
* Compile technical files, calculations, and supporting documentation to demonstrate compliance with applicable standards.
* Prepare detailed drawings, BOM’s, work instructions, and operation & maintenance manuals.
* Manage PDM vault and templates.
* Write technical specification for suppliers.
* Manage project delivery from initial concept to installation, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
* Cultivate strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, maintaining ongoing positive communications.
* Travel to railway depots and construction sites for meetings, surveys, installations, and acceptance testing.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE
* Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
* Demonstrable experience in the design and installation of lifting equipment and machinery.
* Proficient with SolidWorks 3D modelling software, including PDM and FEA simulation.
* Experience in project management
* Understand the principles of engineering compliance and risk management.
* Confident command of written and spoken English for report writing and technical presentations.
* Full UK driver’s license
DESIRABLE
* Experience within the railway industry
* Experience of fabrication design
* Understanding of machine control systems and Programmable Logic Controllers
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
* Annual leave – 24 days (plus statutory bank holidays).
* Company profit share bonus scheme
* Workplace pension
* Company healthcare scheme