Mechanical Design Engineer

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locations
UK - London
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 3 Days Ago
job requisition id
JR103784
Why join us?
At Colebrook Bosson Saunders, we are international designers, manufacturers and distributors of award-winning ergonomic products. We strive for new ways to enhance user experience through the seamless connection of people and technology.
Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Colebrook Bosson Saunders means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Colebrook Bosson Saunders to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone. Job title: Mechanical Design
Engineer
Department: Operations Location
London
You will be excited about joining a rapidly growing, global company with market leading products, developing solutions to challenging engineering and manufacturing issues. Your role will be an essential part in the development of new and existing products that delight our customers and help this energetic company meet its challenging growth targets.Purpose of the jobTo engineer the products to meet performance, testability and manufacturability requirements. This will include ensuring that all manufacturing and engineering issues are considered and innovative solutions found at every stage of the development process.You will be part of an engineering team providing all parts of the business with advice on topics associated with our products engineering and manufacturing. You will be the go-to engineer for structural and strength analysis of components using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and optimising designs to ensure they are cost effective. You will have a comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles and manufacturing processes and stay up to date with any developments in these areas. During the transition from Concept to Manufacturing you will be responsible for producing manufacturing drawings and ensuring that the critical to quality specifications are identified appropriately. You will then take development parts and ensure that they are manufactured to required specifications and the final product meets the market needs.
Specific activities to include (but not an exhaustive list):To take ownership of the products and ensure engineering involvement from concept through to products in-stock.This role will include but not be limited to;The design of ergonomic solutions for interaction with technology, including theoretical mathematical evaluations of design and relevant issue resolution, writing specifications, innovative mechanical design, sourcing hardware, testing and report writingOptimising designs of components and assemblies through FEA to ensure they are structurally sound and cost effectiveEnsuring engineering support is given to products in transition from prototyping through to production, working closely with our manufacturing systems team to ensure the best manufacturing solutions are instigatedWork closely with our global design team, ensuring timely and though responses to queries and the continual development of our capabilitiesMaintaining the integrity of new and existing products in terms of performance, specifications, and qualityCreate solid models, assemblies and detailed drawings for the manufacture of components and assemblies by subcontractorsClearly communicating relevant information and ideas to all parts of the business, partners and customers as requiredSupport and maintain quality protocolsUndertake Value Engineering (VE) activities to ensure that the most effective cost reduction and or performance enhancements are achievedConfidently carry-out and analyse calculations of tolerance stacks, GDT systems and have a good understanding of manufacturing tolerancesDeveloping parts and products to meet the appropriate International Ergonomic and Safety Standards, and the Company’s internal performance and environmental requirementsContribute to the development process demonstrating ideas through discussion or practical mediaEnsure that all documentation is prepared and supplied with all drawing changes in accordance with the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) procedureBuilding relationships with all the Operational and Design teams to continually refine and improve the process of reducing time-to-market opportunitiesCompetencies:3-5 years minimal experience in new product development or manufacturing environmentComprehensive knowledge of FEA and using ANSYSProficient use of CAD packages (preferably Solidworks); 3D modelling, 2D technical drawings and rapid prototypingExperience of Design for Manufacture and Assembly with background in productionBachelor's degree in a Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline and/or a HNC in Mechanical EngineeringStrong theoretical engineering ability, able to generate mathematical solutions to difficult engineering issuesGood knowledge and experience of plastic injection moulding or Aluminium die casting techniques. Ideally have proven experience seeing component parts through design and development to mass manufactureAble to identify and mitigate risk through problem solving via modelling, proof of concept, simulation etcA practical mechanical experience including bench fitting, prototype assembly and modificationMust have initiative, self-motivation and the confidence to make decisionsMust be diligent in work, paying special attention to detailStrong team working ethics with the ability to work individually when requiredRequires good listening, strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain technical matters to non-technical audiencesProficient in MS Excel and Word Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire everyone.
Colebrook Bosson Saunders
is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.
Colebrook Bosson Saunders is a part of the MillerKnoll collective of design brands coming together to remake modern for the 21st century.
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