Mechanical Design Engineer: Prototyping & Simulation

Universidade de Vigo; España; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Universidade de Vigo invites applications for a First Stage Researcher (R1) in the School of Telecommunications Engineering. The role centers on designing mechanical solutions for electronic equipment, translating requirements into manufacturable components, and developing 3D models with SolidWorks.

You will perform structural simulations, fabricate prototypes via additive manufacturing, and coordinate with suppliers and software teams to optimize system integration.

Qualifications

• Academic background and other courses.
• Verifiable professional experience.
• Knowledge of languages (Spanish, English, Galician) with practical application in a professional setting.
• Experience in the mechanical design of equipment or products using SolidWorks to develop parts, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings.
• Experience in structural simulation using HyperMesh or equivalent CAE tools and additive manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical solutions for electronic equipment and advanced systems.
• Develop 3D models, drawings, and technical documentation using SolidWorks.
• Perform structural simulations with HyperMesh or equivalent tools to validate designs.
• Manufacture, assemble, and validate prototypes using additive manufacturing.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software teams on system integration.

Skills

Spanish language

English language

Galician language

Education

Academic background in engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

HyperMesh

Job description

Universidade de Vigo invites applications for a First Stage Researcher (R1) in the School of Telecommunications Engineering. The role centers on designing mechanical solutions for electronic equipment, translating requirements into manufacturable components, and developing 3D models with SolidWorks.

You will perform structural simulations, fabricate prototypes via additive manufacturing, and coordinate with suppliers and software teams to optimize system integration.