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Collingwood
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Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Hertfordshire £45k to £60k Plus Bens
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Salary: £45,000 per annum |
Overview
We have been retained by an established market leader, a global name in the design and manufacture of life saving equipment - distributing their product range to over 130 countries. Having experienced a really exciting period of growth, this is a fantastic opportunity for the right individual to contribute to their continued success, whilst also being provided a very clear and structured career path. Our client are looking to add a senior member of staff to their mechanical design team. Initially playing a crucial role in cradle to grave design projects and mentoring more junior members of the design team, and in time stepping up into a more generic design leadership position. Working in a collaborative environment that encourages progression, the core daily duties will include; Creating innovative solutions, applying sound mechanical and design engineering practises within a multi-disciplinary tea. Development of design concepts into working prototypes, using rapid prototyping, model shop and suppliers as appropriate. Providing project leadership at all stages of the design life-cycle. Providing mentorship to more junior members of the design team. The successful candidate will possess the following skill set; Essential: Engineering-based higher education with relevant qualifications in engineering subject(s) Proven track record in product design from concept through to post launch support Extensive design of injection moulded parts using 3D CAD tools Highly proficient in the use of 3D CAD Understanding user requirements and concept generation System level design The ability to mentor/lead a design team and process Problem solving, root cause analysis Rapid prototyping Plastic material selection Design for manufacture, especially mould tooling Commercial acumen, having worked for a commercial / manufacturing organisation Desirable: Designs where mounting and interfacing of electro-mechanical parts are key to their function Working with motors and / or actuators within tight space constraints People management and project leadership SolidEdge experience CFD Experience, preferably with FloEFD Analysis of fluid and/or thermodynamic systems using simulated and/or empirical methods System level design calculations and simulations In addition to a strong salary and benefits package, this role presents an opportunity within an established and successful business that still manages to maintain a family feel. With a clear plan and progression path this is a fantastic chance to develop and grow within an organisation that can provide long term opportunity.