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As Design and Development Engineer (Mechanical) you will be responsible for working as part of the Engineering team to develop and innovate products for manufacture using new and emerging technologies to support the business growth plans. You will perform analysis, design and development work for small sized products and projects under the supervision of Principal Engineers and should be capable of producing full documentation, drawings technical specifications and user manuals pertaining to project or product.
You will be used to working to profession and industry standards in a safety critical industry and will be used to managing your own time management and delivery to quality, cost and time deliverables as part of your project work.
In addition to product development, you will be involved in project management activities, assisting in planning and managing project timelines to ensure that milestones are achieved, and projects are delivered on schedule. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including electronics engineers, mechanical engineers and product managers will be essential for seamless project execution and ensure alignment with overall project goals.
Your role will also encompass supporting the manufacturing team by identifying and implementing process build improvements to enhance efficiency and product quality. You will provide technical assistance to resolve any issues that arise during the manufacturing process, ensuring smooth production flow.
In the realm of procurement and supply chain management, you will coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure the timely procurement of components and materials and assist in managing prototyping.
Customer support will be another key aspect of your role. You will address customer inquiries and provide technical support where applicable to product orders and specifications.
This position offers numerous opportunities for professional development, including training programs and workshops to enhance your skills and knowledge in electronics engineering and railway signalling. You will benefit from mentorship by experienced engineers who will guide you through your professional growth and development.
The role encourages both autonomy and initiative, allowing you to take ownership of your work and responsibilities. At the same time, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team, contributing to a supportive and dynamic work environment. Demonstrating your skills and dedication can lead to career advancement within the company.

Essential criteria:

• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in the field of Mechanical Engineering
• Extensive knowledge and ability with Mechanical Design Calculations and Formulas
• Experience in product design lifecycle - from concept to introduction into manufacturing (ideally in a safety critical industry)
• Experience of design office revision control and file management
• Can demonstrate effective time management skills with the ability to work on numerous projects running simultaneously
• Experience in component obsolescence management
• Strong customer focus
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent team player

  Desirable criteria:

• Experience/knowledge of rail industry standards

• Knowledge of quality assurance and CI
• Knowledge of fabrication and manufacturing techniques
• Knowledge of value engineering and materials selection
• Product safety knowledge
• Project management experience highly desirable
• Experience of LED Technology / Optical Design
• Knowledge of creation and protection of Intellectual Property

Please refer the Job description for details