At a Glance
- Tasks: Design innovative mechanical products and solve complex technical challenges.
- Company: Eaton, a diverse company driving innovation for a sustainable future.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and access to training opportunities.
- Other info: Hands-on role with global collaboration and excellent growth potential.
- Why this job: Join a collaborative team and work on high-impact products that matter.
- Qualifications: BEng/HND in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of design experience.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
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Our Sutton-In-Ashfield plant specializes in the manufacturing of alarm, signal, control, and notification equipment designed for harsh and demanding environments. We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives in a hands-on, collaborative setting and is driven to solve complex technical challenges.
What you'll do:
- You will be involved across the full product lifecycle, working closely with Product Line Management, certification bodies, and cross-functional teams to bring new products to market.
- Design mechanical products in line with specifications and NPD schedules.
- Ensure full compliance with Hazardous and Safe Area standards.
- Perform product testing, validation, and evaluation.
- Prepare detailed production, certification, and technical documentation.
- Support product certification and engage directly with notified bodies.
- Contribute to ProLaunch phase gates and deliverables.
- Provide technical support for product lifecycle, NPI, and ongoing improvements.
- Collaborate with global engineering teams, product management, and sales.
Qualifications:
- BEng / HND in Mechanical Engineering (or similar).
- 5+ years experience in mechanical design, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in laboratory-based design, build, and test activities.
Skills:
- Good knowledge of engineering materials and manufacturing processes.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or Creo).
- Experience using SAP (BOMs, documentation).
- Understanding of hazardous area design and compliance standards.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and technical reporting ability.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Career progression within a global organisation.
- Access to training and development opportunities.
- Collaborative, supportive team environment.
- Opportunity to work on innovative, high-impact products.
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