At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. Our Airedale by Modine brand is a world leader in the design and manufacture of innovative thermal management solutions for data centres, clean rooms, hospitals, universities, and other mission-critical environments. Trusted as The Critical Cooling Specialists, Airedale by Modine has decades of experience providing efficient, flexible end-to-end cooling solutions that work smarter, not harder, to deliver more cooling for less power. With manufacturing facilities in Canada, Spain, the UK, and the U.S., we’re scaling up across the world to support an ever-growing demand for our solutions. That’s where you come in. Position Description:
Due to continued expansion and company growth, an excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to work in the Product Development department at Airedale, reporting into the Lead Mechanical Engineer. It involves working closely with a team of mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing, and quality engineers to design and develop new Liquid Cooling products whilst maintaining the existing portfolio. The role consists of working as part of a team to develop new Liquid Cooling product design projects in accordance with APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and relevant SOM guidelines from concept through to full product launch. You will support the Lead Mechanical Engineer where necessary and as a team will be responsible for creating design briefs for companywide approval, performance predictions, hitting cost targets, designing products with manufacturing and assembly in mind to allow labour targets to be met, project timescales, technical features, training, and all critical deliverables. Supplier technology plays an important part of new designs so it is anticipated that supplier and purchasing communication will be frequent. Preferred suppliers will be used wherever possible in a manner that ensures high quality products are available using the most efficient manufacturing processes. Comparisons with competitors’ products will be expected as projects require. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out engineering calculations Creating performance prediction programs Acoustic performance calculations Selecting and specifying critical components to fulfil a design brief Water system design and pump selection Heat exchanger optimisation and knowledge of plate heat exchangers Interface with Electrical Design, Controls, Research, and Laboratory teams Creating 3D models, layout drawings, and schematics Structuring Bills of Material Implementing component upgrades on existing standard product ranges Working to deadlines & cost requirements An understanding of the following would be beneficial: Air system design and fan selection Refrigeration system design and component selection Fin and tube coil design Required Education & Qualifications: Degree Qualified in an Engineering discipline or relevant Science based subject 3 years+ HVAC product design experience Good theoretical and practical understanding of thermodynamics Good theoretical and practical understanding of fluid mechanics Be able to work under own initiative Be able to learn quickly and think laterally Be able to work in a team and manage projects to completion Be able to communicate effectively at all levels Experience of 3D modelling and 2D drafting Ideally experience of the following software: MS Word MS Excel and VBA Solid Edge AutoCAD 2D Job Info Job Title:
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Liquid Cooling Company:
CV-Library Location:
Leeds, West Yorkshire Salary:
Competitive Posted: Closes:
Jan 10th 2025 Sector: Contract:
Permanent Hours:
Full Time
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