CAD Engineer
As part of the R&D team, this role entails using knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical principles, and CAD to design next-generation products. These skills are also used to produce images and documentation to support the R&D process, our product documentation, and other areas of the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Designing mechanical components as part of new product development using Solidworks (e.g., component layouts, product casings).
* Liaising with suppliers to facilitate the manufacture of designed parts.
* Producing manufacturing drawings and wiring diagrams.
* Producing support documentation (e.g., datasheets, user manuals, build manuals).
* Liaising with test houses for product safety assessments.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities
* Follow established safety procedures.
* Adhere to relevant company quality, certification, and compliance standards.
* Be aware of company responsibilities with regard to ATEX, UKEX, IECEx, CSA certifications, and subsequent duty of care to customers when using the company’s products.
Interfaces/Interactions
* The R&D team for coordination of product development.
* The production team for collaboration on developing internal documentation.
* The sales team for collaboration on producing sales documentation.
* The logistics team and suppliers for sourcing and manufacturing mechanical parts.
* Communicating with test houses to facilitate product testing (IP, safety).
* The role reports to the Technical Director.
Skills
* CAD (Solidworks is essential; SEE Electrical is a bonus).
* Understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, CNC machining).
* Writing clear and concise instructions/documentation.
* Knowledge of design for IP (e.g., IP65) and mechanical aspects of safety (e.g., BS EN 61010).
Terms of Employment
* Full time (less experienced engineers) or part time (more experienced engineers).
* Flexible hours option (most hours in core working day 8:00 until 16:30, but possible to work earlier, later, or weekends if desired).
* Working from home option (minimum one day per week in the office).
* 25 days holiday per annum (full-time equivalent). Every 3 years gain an extra day up to 28 days maximum.
Perks
* Company life cover (3 x basic salary).
* Nest pension.
* Access to special offers via HR system.
* 3rd party employee Health Assured program.
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