Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

This role will provide expertise to support the engineering team with the design of electrical equipment for a range of industrial and automotive applications. This will include the use of finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software (Ansys) and 3D modelling software. The role is pivotal to the business to develop innovative solutions to meet customer specifications and develop products for new market applications.

It is essential that this individual has an excellent grasp of mechanical engineering as well as a good knowledge of plastic material properties and the associated moulding processes.

3. Responsibilities

Perform mechanical, fluid dynamics and thermal analysis to verify and enhance designs using both manual calculation and multi-physics simulation finite element analysis software (Ansys).

The individual will be tasked with increasing the utilisation of Ansys within the design process.

Research and development including product testing work as agreed with the Engineering Manager.

Be the lead engineer in the development of our Power Prove product, working closely with the R&D department to specify, plan and oversee product testing.

Contribute, as part of a wider team, in the collating and submission of PPAP documentation and support the quality department in the APQP application.

Produce 3D models and assemblies. Issue designs for manufacture by producing engineering drawings and supplementary documentation (Bills of Materials etc.).

Produce engineering drawings and supporting documentation (Bills of materials etc.).

Provide technical support to Production, Sales, Service and Customer Support.

Adhere to the quality system for example using ECOs (Engineering Change Order) to document changes.

Conduct technical investigations, develop and maintain appropriate design and support processes, carrying out root cause analysis and initiating corrective action as necessary.

To understand and apply relevant design, regulatory and industry standards.

To recognise new industry wide processes being developed and the opportunity to apply those within the Company.

Train other colleagues in FEA

Perform any additional duties as required

Targets

• Work to deadlines and KPI targets set by the engineering manager.
• Interact with Sales, Production and Test departments to optimise designs and resolve fabrication and assembly issues in a timely manner

 Skills

Essential

• High level of skill with FEA/CFD analysis software.
• Comprehensive knowledge of at least one modern 3D modelling package.
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering practices – materials, fixings, fabrication etc.
• Strong knowledge of plastic material properties and the associated moulding processes
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Work to strict deadlines.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships
• Strong task and project leadership skills, identifying what is important
• Positive attitude towards solving engineering problems
• High quality of work and attention to detail
• Experience in creating and releasing BOM
• Interest in the product and its application

Desirable

• Previous experience within the automotive sector
• Experience of designing equipment for electrical applications
• Previous knowledge of PPAP documentation and APQP application.

7. Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering
• Experienced user of finite element analysis software preferably Ansys
• Experienced user of 3D modelling software