Mechanical Design Engineer
Purpose of the role is to…
• The lead mechanical designer and specialist for key components and systems on a variety of technically demanding high performance advanced technology projects.
• Deliver engineering excellence from concept, through development and prove-out, to final product introduction. Working closely with other departments to ensure right first time, every time.
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Job no: 497213
Work type: Permanent
Location: Brixworth
Department: Drive Systems
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THEREFORE WE NEED YOU TO…
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Be skilled at…
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- Designing engineering solutions from clean sheet to end of life.
- Detailed design of complex and highly loaded components and systems.
- Engineering science fundamentals to perform hand calculations to make fast, accurate, justified engineering decisions.
- Engineering solutions considering material selection, manufacturability, assembly, heat treatment & other process requirements, surface finish requirements, GD&T & control over critical features.
- Thriving under pressure and relishing a challenge to innovate and deliver solutions to difficult problems.
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Have experience of…
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- 3D CAD design software (preferably NX), and key simulation/analysis packages
- Operating in an engineering led, challenging, mechanical engineering position
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Demonstrate knowledge of…
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- Hybrid and electrical vehicle systems with experience in detailed mechanical component design and electrical system packaging.
- Deeper understanding of at least one field of electric machines, inverters or battery systems.
- Engineering first principles applied across multiple applications.
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Hold these qualifications…
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- 2:1 degree (minimum) in Mechanical Engineering, or a similar discipline
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Be…
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- Passionate about engineering
- Creative, innovative and curious
- Committed to delivering to the highest standards
- Autonomous, taking ownership and responsibility while collaborating effectively in a team environment.
- A clear and collaborative communicator across multiple business disciplines.
- Dedicated to relentlessly pursuing perfection
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Success in this role will be if you… (deliverables)
- Convert your creative, innovative ideas into hardware that will make a difference to developing the technology of high performing products.
- Create and validate novel engineering design solutions, supported by right first time principles and analysis that meet demanding performance and cost targets.
- Create robust and versatile CAD models to demonstrate concepts, in both solids and surfaces, with engineering drawings to complement design release.
- Solve complex problems and analyse failures
- Write test requests, review results, and write technical reports
- Build strong inter-departmental working relationships - teamwork is critical to our success
- Champion best practices & procedures
- Liaise with internal and external suppliers as an integral part of a successful engineering journey
Benefits
- 36 days holiday (we work bank holidays)
- 10% company contribution to pension, rising with service to maximum 15%
- Personal bonus
- Company collective bonus
- Reduced cost Mercedes lease scheme
- Mercedes share scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Private medical scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Various company discounts
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