Hybrid Mechanical Engineer

Posted 3 weeks ago

Apply now

About the role

  • Work alongside physicists and engineers to capture and interpret mechanical design requirements for optical and ultra-high vacuum systems.
  • Use a combination of rapid prototyping and engineering analysis to guide design decisions, communicating findings to project leaders both verbally and through design documentation.
  • Create CAD models (SolidWorks), drawings, and documentation packages in accordance with company design guidelines and industry best practice.
  • Support research efforts by designing and assembling enclosures, jigs and fixtures using a combination of bought in components and basic machine tools.
  • Work with the production team to assemble prototype and first off production systems, documenting feedback on DfM and DfA for future designs.
  • Work with external suppliers to identify and procure appropriate custom and off-the-shelf components.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or similar field(s), or equivalent vocational qualification(s).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Entrepreneurial drive, intellectual agility and personal eagerness to develop with the needs of the business.
  • Passion for solving complex problems and challenges in a highly technical and scientific environment.
  • Ability to work comfortably in a highly collaborative, cross-functional, team-oriented, and matrixed environment.
  • Minimum of 2 years industry experience in a relevant engineering role.
  • Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
  • Awareness of GD&T and technical drawing practices (ASME or ISO).
  • Familiarity with structural and thermal analysis tools and methods.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.
  • Though not essential, any of the following would also be desirable:
  • Experience with free space or fibre optical system design, lasers or photonics.
  • Experience with design for harsh dynamic environments (shock, vibration, temperature, humidity).
  • Familiarity with magnetic field simulation and shielding.
  • Experience in an ISO certified manufacturing environment using data management systems such as PDM, PLM or ERP.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Generous company 10% pension contribution regardless of employee contribution
  • Cycle to work and Technology schemes
  • Incentive Stock Option Plan
  • BUPA Private Healthcare Insurance once probationary period is successfully completed

Job title

Mechanical Engineer

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

Location requirements

Report this job

See something inaccurate? Let us know and we'll update the listing.

Report job