Design & Development Engineer (Mechanical)

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.

• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in the field of MechanicalEngineering
• 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
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent team player
• 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
• Experience of LED Technology / Optical Design
• Knowledge of creation and protection of Intellectual Property

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that values creativity and forward-thinking.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance and become a leader in railway signalling engineering.
• Supportive Culture: Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Pension and death in service provisions for employees in pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Health and Wellbeing Initiatives
• Employee offers and discounts from various retailers
• Cycle to work scheme, recognition events and rewards
• Free car parking
• Blended / hybrid working available

Unipart Rail - Who are we?

Unipart Rail is part of the Unipart Group, one of Europe's leading independent logistics' companies that employs more than 12,000 employees worldwide and has an annual turnover of more than £1 billion. We have a long heritage in the rail industry based on decades of experience, we have continuous improvement plans to embrace innovation in both products and business techniques to ensure that we remain the first and best choice for our customers. As a valued employee of Unipart Rail, you can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and also world class status in employee engagement.

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