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Job Description
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer sought for a leading innovator in robotic automation, shaping the future of custom robotic solutions for industries including Pharma, Food, and Life Science.
Our client, a rapidly expanding company based in the sunny South East, designs, manufactures, and integrates custom robotic automation solutions for various industries. As a key member of the design team, you will lead projects through the full 3D modeling design phase, ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance.
Responsibilities:
- Lead mechanical design projects from kickoff through to design completion, ensuring adherence to project methodology and user requirements.
- Plan, monitor, and report on project progress, including design reviews, schedule updates, and budget tracking.
- Oversee both internal and external design reviews, while monitoring detailed design drawings and bills of material.
- Maintain accurate data in the Product Data Management (PDM) system.
- Train and supervise junior engineers, providing support on PDM usage.
- Specify and source off-the-shelf components, liaise with manufacturers, and coordinate with OEM equipment providers.
- Conduct risk assessments for CE marking compliance.
- Collaborate with the Automation and Electrical teams to ensure the design meets mechanical, automation, electrical, safety, and performance requirements.
- Uphold the company's values for GMP design, ease of use, maintenance, repeatability, and efficiency.
- Manage the internal design specifications and support the machine building team.
- Generate inputs for machine manuals and other client-required documentation.
- Attend and lead customer meetings throughout the design process, including kickoff, design qualification, and project handover.
- Assist senior management with customer escalations, project risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Candidate Requirements:
- BSc or B.Eng in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering.
- Proficiency in CAD tools (Solid Works, Auto CAD) and PDM systems.
- 5+ years in a mechanical design role within the packaging industry, machine building, or robotics.
- Project management experience.
- Automated machine build is advantageous.
- Strong communication, delegation, and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective time management and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Proven ability to collaborate across teams and contribute to strategic goals.
Remuneration: Salary and overall package are competitive, and the finer details will be negotiated with the successful candidate.