Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Hereford / Mon - Thursday 08:30 - 05:00pm / Friday 08:30 - 03:00pm

Are you a passionate and highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with a proven track record in design and manufacturing? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can translate innovative ideas into tangible solutions? If so, we want to hear from you!


In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing and implementing cutting-edge manufacturing processes for our product lines. You will lead the design and analysis of mechanical systems integration, ensuring seamless functionality and high-quality production.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of manufacturing processes for the Group product lines.
• Design and analyze mechanical systems integration for manufactured parts, enclosures, and products.
• Assist engineers and business development staff with platform system integration for projects and products.
• Translate company ideas and proposals into practical design solutions.
• Conduct critical design calculations for equipment selection to meet project specifications.
• Select appropriate manufacturing solutions, systems, and materials for cost-effective and efficient production.
• Develop and maintain strong material selection knowledge, considering tensile strength, environmental, and electrical/RF properties.
• Build and nurture relationships with manufacturing and design houses, companies, research centers, and academia to stay technologically and commercially relevant.
• Ensure manufacturing solutions are lean, fit for purpose, timely, and cost-effective.
• Analyze products for legislative conformity (CE/UKCA compliance) and engage with compliance houses for testing and analysis.
• Implement and maintain all designs, processes, and procedures in accordance with Spectra's ISO9001:2015 management system.

Skills and Qualifications:

• A professionally accredited relevant engineering qualification (HNC, HND, BEng) with relevant experience.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with CAD software (Solidworks preferred) and manufacturing software solutions (Autodesk, Materialise, etc.) for additive and subtractive manufacturing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a UK National and able to obtain Security Clearance (SC) vetting

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (40 - 50K) depending on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to be part of a dynamic and innovative company.

If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented Mechanical Engineer with a passion for design and manufacturing, we encourage you to apply.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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