Mechanical Design Engineer
6 days ago
Edinburgh
Our Edinburgh based client are seeking a talented and driven Mechanical Design Engineer to join their hardware development team. This role is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in mechanical design and product development, who is ready to take ownership of projects and contribute to the design and manufacturing of innovative hardware solutions. • Proficiency in Creo CAD Software is required to be successful in this role. My client offers a 4 day, hybrid working week with core office days being Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What you'll do • Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for hardware products, from concept through production within budget and timescales., • Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using Creo (SolidWorks and Fusion 360 would be an additional bonus)., • Perform tolerance analysis, material selection, and design for manufacturability (DFM)., • Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical engineers, industrial designers, and manufacturing teams., • Conduct prototyping, testing, and validation of mechanical designs., • Support the transition of designs from prototype to mass production, including supplier engagement and quality assurance., • Analyse mechanical failures and implement corrective actions., • Product depth - combining hardware/electronics/optics and standalone product delivery., • Proven success in mechanical design, preferably in a commercial hardware development environment., • Proficiency in CAD software (eg, SolidWorks, Creo, Fusion 360)., • Experience with prototyping techniques (eg, 3D printing, CNC machining)., • Familiarity with thermal, structural, and vibration analysis., • Experience with simulation tools., • Knowledge of electronics packaging and integration., • Experience with PLM., • Exposure to regulatory standards and compliance (eg, CE, UL)., • Experience working in Agile or fast-paced product development cycles., • Ability to work to tight deadlines and able to deal with multiple issues simultaneously., • Conscientious and hardworking individual willing to take responsibility for ensuring activities are completed in the required time frame., • Delivery focused, with a proven track record in working in similar planning environments.