Mechanical Engineer/Designer

Job Description

Optima are working with an automation company based in Rugby who are looking for a Mechanical Engineer/Designer to join their business.The goal of the role is,

• Concept design
• Assembly drawing & BOM development
• Detail drawing and manufacturing spec definition
• Development and design of mechanical structures and components for products and solutions

Main areas of responsibilities are:

• To define the machine and tool concept and share with the Control Engineer the systems correct application.
• To develop the mechanical groups, adhering to sold content by design to cost approach
• To understand the cycle diagram of the station starting from machine schemes.
• To define/check the correct manufacturing spec with detail drawings.
• Achievement of time and costs targets of his / her part of project defined and shared with System Engineer / Project Engineer / Technical Leader
• To response to the failure/risk/open issues discovered in manufacturing phase
• To give support in case of failure/risk/open issues discovered in installation/commissioning phase.
• Prepare documentation for design reviews (clamping strategy, flowcharts) and customer deliverables required

For Senior Mechanical Designer:

• Drive and check suppliers work progress
• Participate to design reviews
• To check 2D drawings before delivery to manufacturing
• To give technical support to System Engineer / Project Engineer / Technical Leader

in change management:

• Focused on Time, Cost, Risk Management and Scope Change
• Identifying opportunities and recommending changes that improve productivity, reduce cost, eliminate waste and improve the overall business. Track and submit reports on progress of the project
• Plan project technical activities and staffing (times, costs)
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and application of company standards (products, processes, regulations, etc.)
• Act as technical interface to customers through liaison and project meetings
• Lead technical support in SE Joining Technologies:Lead SE validation of product and equipment
• Interfaces with customer to review the product design. Strong emphasis placed on design for manufacture. Leads test method assessment and validation activities.
• Assesses and approves the joining equipment as fit for purpose.
• Provide technical assistance at the customer site
• Create/coordinate documentation compliant with customer SE and Commissioning standards
• Maintain good relationships with customers through quick effective feedback

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• General-purpose IT tools
• PLM GPS System
• Project Management fundamentals
• 2D Cad tools
• 3D Modeling tools
• Commercial components
• Design to Installation / Commissioning
• Mechanical design - Concept Phase
• Mechanical design - 3D Design Phase
• Mechanical design - 2D Design Phase
• Ergonomics evaluations
• NC management
• Open Issue Management
• Payload assessment
• Design For Manufacturing and Assembly
• Technical reports creation
• Change Management

Systems:

• Clamping strategy
• Logistics standards / processes
• Process engineering and Cycle time
• Transportation / Conveyor systems design (mechanical/controls)
• Value analysis, design to cost

For Senior Mechanical Designer:

• Ability to autonomously develop a complete mechanical design concept of fixtures and equipment
• Ability to guide a small team of junior mechanical engineers to complete the design and help the team to follow uniform technical solutions

Products:

• General knowledge of World Class Manufacturing
• 3D Simulation tools
• Controls understanding of industrial equipment and machinery
• Mechanical understanding of industrial equipment and machinery
• Cost estimation
• FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
• Safety and risk assessment analysis
• Standard FMEA / design FMEA / process FMEA
• Analysis and test for cost reduction

Behavioral Competencies

• Embrace and cherish competition; reach for best in class
• Drive for discontinuity
• Deliver as a way of life
• Keep things simple
• Act with integrity and honesty
• Drive collaboration through respect and openness
• Coach, empower and develop others
• Demonstrate humility
• Hold yourself and others accountable
• Have the courage to make tough calls

Qualifications

• High school technical degree or Bachelors degree in engineering required
• Junior Mechanical engineer: entry level, minimum experience in mechanical design is a plus
• Senior Mechanical engineer: minimum 4 years of relevant experience in Automation System projects as mechanical designer and Automation Systems engineering department. Knowledges in process development and other cross functional experiencesare highly desirable.

Keyskills :
CADMechanical Engineer