Mechanical Design Engineer (Solidworks / Fabrication) in Bristol

As Mechanical Design Engineer, you will report to the Engineering Manager and work closely with departments including Sales, Design, Purchasing and Production, as well as with suppliers and customers.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will generate 3D models and 2D drawings for new and existing products in accordance with specified standards. Create 3D models, 2D drawings, electro-mechanical schematics, assemblies and Bills of Materials for new products, components and sub-assemblies. Design sheet metal housings, assemblies, mounting systems, fan guards, cooling arrangements, cable routing and mechanical packaging. Assist with the creation of 3D model illustrations and animations for departments including Sales, Service and Training. Apply knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes and appropriate design techniques. Use software and mathematical models to analyse and validate mechanical designs against stress, load and thermal requirements. Assist with the procurement of mechanical components and collaborate with other teams. Support prototype manufacture, builds, testing and validation. Set up mechanical tests and record and document design performance. Maintain engineering records, technical reports and part libraries in line with company quality processes. Support the Engineering team with the transition to SolidWorks and the implementation of a new ERP system. Support the modularisation and standardisation of assemblies and sub-assemblies. Maintain product drawings within 3D CAD and ERP systems. Support the Engineering Manager with continuous improvement and cost reduction projects. Eliminate engineering errors through clash-detection techniques. Identify requirements relating to EMC, signal segregation and heat flow to support manufacture. Apply an understanding of cable routing, bend radius and standard looms. Create Bills of Materials and routings to support timely procurement and accurate margin analysis. Support the Engineering team with drawings, manuals and other technical documentation required for product delivery and service. Follow engineering processes for change management, version control and document release.

Quality, Health, Safety and Environment

Maintain quality standards within engineering processes.

Key Performance Indicator

Support the Engineering team in achieving company on-time delivery objectives.

Relevant Quality Standards

Internal quality standards and processes.

Qualifications:

• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
• Approximately three to five years of industrial mechanical or electro-mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience producing 3D models and 2D drawings.
• SolidWorks experience.
• Experience designing fabricated sheet metal cabinets, housings or assemblies.
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes, including laser cutting, punch pressing, folding and assembly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Excel and Word.
• Electrical and electronic engineering knowledge.
• Project management experience.
• Product configuration experience.
• AutoCAD or Eplan experience.
• Knowledge of thermal management, FMEA, stress analysis and load analysis.
• Experience designing outdoor or IP-rated products.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, turned parts, bushes and stand-offs.
• Knowledge of switchgear applications and standards.

We are committed to submitting suitable candidates for this vacancy to our client ASAP.