Mechanical Design Engineer

JOB ROLE -

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) and 3D modelling software (Ansys)

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.

Unfortunately we are not able to offer sponsorship and your application can't be considered.

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

MUST HAVE -

• High level understanding of CFD and FEA.
• Mechanical or Electrical knowledge to a degree level.
• Knowledge of 3D modelling software.
• Knowledge of plastic material properties and the associated moulding processes.
• Experience in creating and releasing BOM.