Senior Mechanical Engineer

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IC Resources are working with an international business to find a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for an initial period of 3 months. The responsibilities of the role include:

* Work closely with optical and electronic engineers on forming new design concepts and taking ownership of mechanical designs throughout the lifecycle or our products.

* Work closely with other departments such as sales, manufacturing and business development to present ideas and designs and report on progress.

* CAD design of bespoke laser solutions, new platforms and modifications of existing designs

* Preparation of mechanical BOMs

* Prototype assembly and preparation of assembly instructions, working with production engineering on transfer-to-production

* Design of test and assembly jigs for production

* Design, assembly and testing of cooling schemes for thermal management of laser systems (air and water cooling)

* Work with the purchasing department and directly with suppliers on finding cost effective manufacturing solutions for parts and sub assemblies, sourcing new suppliers if needed.

* Take ownership of project work packages and work with project managers to ensure delivery of solutions within tight deadlines

* Suggest and carry out design improvements on the basis of improved performance, reliability reduced cost or ease of manufacture

The successful applicant will have:

* Preferably qualified to degree level in Mechanical Engineering but will consider HND, C&G (or equivalent)

* Ideally 2+ years of experience in a similar position

* High level in CAD software: Solidworks or similar

* Relevant experience in thermal management, EMC and/or precision optical or electronic instruments or industrial product design.

* Understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes and CNC machining.

* Knowledge and understanding of drawing standards and geometric tolerances.

* Understanding of thermal issues and modern heatsink technologies. CFD and/or thermal simulation experience would be of benefit.

* Understanding of EMC issues

* Documentation skills

* MS Office, Design databases

* Ability to work on own initiative in a small multi-disciplinary team

* Ability to communicate and present ideas to other engineers and across the business.

* Understanding of cost reduction strategies

* Strong organisational skills to be able to work on multiple concurrent projects

* Some practical hands-on experience in mechanical engineering would be beneficial

If you fulfil the above criteria and would like further details please contact Sasha Booth at IC Resources.