Mechanical Design Engineer

Surface MeasurementSystems is a leader in innovative research, pioneering new instruments andtechniques in a highly specialized area of scientific research. We partner withprominent companies and academic institutions to provide groundbreakingtechnology and unique solutions that tackle some of the most significantchallenges facing the world today, from sustainable energy and illness toclimate change and space exploration.

Our customers are in adiverse range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, food and beverage,petrochemicals, and materials science. Our products are used in a variety ofapplications, such as drug development, food quality control, and materials testing.

Role Objective:

We are seeking anexperienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Research and Development team. Thesuccessful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, andoptimisation of mechanical systems used in air flow and vacuum applications,with a focus on solvent vapor management, flow manifolds, gas switchingassemblies, and motorised chamber mechanisms, designing thermal chambers.

Technical Expertise CAD Skills - SolidWorks Autonomy Mechanical Design Responsibilities

• Proficiency with 3D CAD software - SolidWorks
  
• Design and develop precision flow manifolds for air and gas management in solvent vapor environment
  
• Designing of gas switching manifolds and systems ensuring leak-tight performance
  
• Design, specify and integrate motorised open/close chambers, including selection of suitable actuators and motion control components
  
• Design high-temperature thermal chambers, demonstrating a solid understandingofthermal control principles and the factors affecting temperature stability
  
• Experiencewith water cooling systems is highly desirable
• Developand maintain manufactured, fabricated, and formed parts, includingspecification, design, procurement, assembly, and testing
• Ensureinformation on the ERP system is current and relevant for all designed machinedand fabricated parts
• Collaboratewith cross-functional teams to ensure products meet requirements and regulatorystandards, ensuring engineering drawings comply with BS8888
• Identifyand address technical issues related to mechanical design, manufacturability,and cost throughout the development process
• Coordinatewith suppliers to ensure timely delivery of prototype components and materials
• Document designsthoroughly to support manufacturing, assembly, and service. Providing relevantinput to the production of assembly instructions, service manuals and operatormanuals
• Strongability to troubleshoot complex systems and develop innovative solutions totechnical problems, including assembling and testing prototype designs
• Experiencewith Product Data Management / Product Lifecycle Management Systems
  

Skills Needed

• Agood understanding of additive manufacturing and how to make the most of 3Dprinting capability and capacity
• Experiencein supplier selection and liaison with procurement departments
• Anunderstanding of mechanical design for EMC performance.
• Familiarity with ISO9001:2008 and/or ISO13485 quality management systems
  
• Knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and BOM data accuracy
• Understanding of ISO7010 requirements for safety signage
• The abilityto identify and address technical issues quickly and effectively. Ability totroubleshoot complex systems and develop innovative solutions to technicalproblems.
• Attention todetail, with the ability to ensure that all mechanical partsare designed, manufactured, and delivered to the highest standards.
• Excellentcommunication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively withcross-functional teams
  

Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelor's (or higher)inMechanical Engineering,product design, or a related field.
• At least 5+years of experience in Mechanicalengineering, design and product development.
• Experience in Scientific instrumentation, laboratory equipment or process systems preferable

What's great in the job?

• Great team of smart people, in a friendly and open culture
• No waste of time in enterprise processes, real responsibilities and autonomy
• Expand your knowledge of various business industries
• Real responsibilities and challenges in a fast evolving company

Each employee has a chance to see the impact of his work.You can make a real contribution to the success of the company.
Several activities are often organized all over the year, such as weeklysports sessions, team building events, monthly drink, and much more