Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Product Development Specialist to join our team at Supersmith, where you will be responsible for designing and developing innovative mobility solutions. As a key member of our product development team, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to bring cutting-edge products to market.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and Development: Utilize your expertise in design engineering to develop and refine designs for lightweight, foldable, self-balancing 3-wheeled mobility scooters. Create detailed CAD models and sketches, and perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and stress analysis to ensure product safety and reliability.
* Prototyping and Testing: Rapidly prototype components and assemblies using techniques like 3D printing and mock-ups. Design test, fit, and validate parts on prototypes, test rigs, or in assembly bays.
* Manufacturing Preparation: Apply design for manufacturing principles to ensure design output is production-ready. Collaborate with the supply chain expertise to make design decisions that consider manufacturing capabilities and limitations.
Requirements:
* A bachelor's degree or higher in Design Engineering or a closely related field
* 4-7 years of experience in design engineering, preferably in hardware product development
* Proficiency in CAD software; experience with Fusion 360 is advantageous
* Strong skills in FEA, stress analysis, and tolerance stack calculations
Work Environment:
This is an on-site position in a shared office and workshop space. You will be part of a collaborative team atmosphere with opportunities for hands-on prototype work.
Travel Requirements:
Future travel may be required to visit overseas suppliers and oversee quality control processes.
Compensation:
The salary for this position is £40-45k per annum.