Mechanical Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities of a Mechanical Design Engineer Product Design & Development * Contribute to the design, development, and testing of mechanical components and assemblies. * Collaborate with project teams to ensure designs meet customer specifications and regulatory requirements. * Produce and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, drawings, operation manuals, and build/test procedures. * Manage components and bills of materials within internal systems. Product Maintenance * Refine existing product designs to improve performance, durability, and manufacturability. * Develop solutions for component and system faults throughout the product lifecycle. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation. Application Engineering * Design mechanical solutions tailored to customer needs, ensuring designs meet functional and performance requirements. Sales, Manufacturing, Commissioning & Customer Support * Work with the sales team to provide timely responses to customer queries. * Support technical aspects of proposals, production builds, installations, and commissioning. * Provide guidance during installations to ensure customer satisfaction. Professional Development & Collaboration * Maintain and expand professional and technical knowledge through training, research, and professional networks. * Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and engineering advancements. * Collaborate with engineering colleagues and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery. * Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Key Skills of a Mechanical Design Engineer * HNC/HND or degree in mechanical engineering. * Preferably 5 years’ experience in mechanical design engineering. * Experience with PLM, FEA, and CFD tools. * Hands-on experience with CAM/CAE tools. * Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software for modelling, drawings, and analysis. * Familiarity with engineering analysis tools and mathematical computing software (ANSYS, Matlab, Excel, LabView, etc.). * Strong understanding of mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, and materials science. * Creativity, analytical skills, and technical writing abilities. * Manufacturing experience is advantageous. Essential Criteria * Experience designing water brake dynamometers, or alternatively, experience with high-speed rotating components up to 25,000 rpm. * Active use of SolidWorks in current or recent employment