Pertemps is proud to recruit on behalf of our client for this exciting opportunity! Are you ready to bring innovative ideas to life? We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our client's dynamic R&D team. This role offers the chance to leverage your expertise in manufacturing processes, mechanical principles, and CAD to design next-generation products. Your contributions will play a vital role in product development and support various business areas with high-quality documentation and visuals.
Responsibilities
Product Design: Create mechanical components for new product development using SolidWorks, including component layouts and product casings. Supplier Collaboration: Work closely with suppliers to ensure the efficient manufacturing of designed parts. Technical Documentation: Prepare manufacturing drawings, wiring diagrams, datasheets, user manuals, and build manuals. Safety Standards: Coordinate with test houses to perform product safety assessments and adhere to safety procedures. Quality Compliance: Maintain company standards for quality, certification, and compliance, particularly ATEX, UKEX, IECEx, and CSA certifications. Customer Assurance: Uphold company responsibilities for product certifications and customer duty of care.
Required Skills CAD Expertise: Proficiency in SolidWorks is essential (SEE Electrical is a plus). Manufacturing Knowledge: Familiarity with processes like injection molding and CNC machining. Technical Writing: Ability to write clear, concise instructions and documentation. Design Standards: Understanding of IP protection (e.g., IP65) and mechanical safety principles (e.g., BS EN 61010).
Terms of Employment Employment Type: Full-time (for less experienced engineers) or part-time (for more experienced engineers). Flexible Hours: Core working hours are 8:00-16:30, with options to work earlier, later, or weekends if preferred. Remote Working: Work from home is possible, with a minimum of one day per week in the office. Annual Leave: 25 days per year (full-time equivalent), increasing by one day every three years, up to 28 days.
Perks and Benefits Life Cover: Company-provided life insurance (3x basic salary). Pension Scheme: Enrolment in the NEST pension scheme. Exclusive Offers: Access to special discounts through the company HR system. Health & Wellbeing: Support through the 3rd-party Health Assured program.
Join a team that is shaping the future of mechanical design and innovation. If you're passionate about creating impactful designs and enjoy working in a supportive, flexible environment, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today or email Joe.Smith@Pertemps.co.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr