Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions; Arbroath; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automation solutions is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. This role involves creating design solutions for high-speed automated machinery, producing technical documentation, and collaborating with various engineering disciplines. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in mechanical design, particularly within life sciences, and possesses strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Join a rapidly expanding team that values integrity and excellence, and contribute to innovative automation solutions.

Benefits

Company Pension

Life Cover

Income Protection

Annual leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in Mechanical Design.
• Strong concept design capability, especially in life science assembly systems.
• Hands-on experience in automation design, including 3D CAD.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for design solutions for high-speed automated machinery projects.
• Produce technical documentation including GAMP 5 design documents.
• Collaborate on design solutions with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, or controls technology

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Role: SENIOR MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

Location: Arbroath, Scotland OR Aylesbury, England OR Ballymena, NI (open to remote locations in the UK for the right candidate)

Reports to: Mechanical Design Manager

We are seeking talented individuals to join our growing team!

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions leverages the strengths, experience, and capabilities of our existing businesses, along with new talent, to transform and grow into the ultimate automation solutions trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge.

What would a typical day be like?

As a Senior Mechanical Designer, you will:

1. Be responsible for the creation and development of design solutions for special purpose high-speed automated life science assembly and packaging machinery projects.
2. Produce technical documentation for life science projects, including GAMP 5 design and validation documents.
3. Provide the Application Engineering team with quotation support through drawings, concepts, and budgets.
4. Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and team members.
5. Work closely with other engineering disciplines to ensure product performance, reliability, and cost expectations are met.
6. Perform engineering calculations to validate functionality, component sizing, speeds/rates, failure modes, etc., to ensure the designed solution is feasible, robust, and reliable.
7. Collaborate on design solutions with cross-functional teams (Electrical Design, Controls, Assembly).
8. Develop concepts and 3D designs based on proposals from the Applications group, aligning the design with contractual scope and functional requirements.
9. Ensure solutions meet required compliance standards, including safety and ergonomics.
10. Lead interactive design reviews, both internal and customer-facing, to communicate design direction confidently and clearly, while incorporating cross-functional input.
11. Collaborate with the Supply Chain group to source and select major third-party technical vendors.
12. Produce 2D assembly and manufacturing drawings, pneumatic schematics, Bills of Materials, Spare Parts lists, and assist with deliverable documentation.
13. Review concepts, designs, and drawings from other designers for feasibility, accuracy, and alignment with standards.
14. Assist in developing other Mechanical Designers through coaching and mentorship.
15. Interact with Project Lead, Mechanical Assembly Team Leads, and Project Managers to communicate project status, issues, risks, scope items, forecasts, and challenges.
16. Support manufacturing and build stages through troubleshooting, problem-solving, and debugging.
17. Contribute to improving the Mechanical Design group via initiatives and process improvements.
18. Foster a workplace environment aligned with Convergix values, promoting an exceptional employee and customer experience.
19. If appointed as Mechanical Project Lead, drive project design direction, delegate tasks, participate in meetings, manage budgets and schedules, and oversee the success of the mechanical design portion.

What qualifies you for this opportunity?

• 10+ years experience in Mechanical Design.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, or controls technology, with at least eight years relevant work experience.
• Strong concept design capability, especially in life science assembly systems.
• Experience with complex mechanism design (high-speed servo pick and place systems, robotics).
• Knowledge of asynchronous & synchronous transport systems.
• Proficiency with life science design requirements, material selection, tolerance stack-up, and component selection based on functional needs.
• Hands-on experience in automation design, including 3D CAD, 2D drawings, and troubleshooting on the floor.
• Excellent communication skills for project updates, issues, and scope management.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations related to force, movement, energy, and timings.
• Leadership qualities to motivate and mentor team members, embodying Convergix values.
• Problem-solving tenacity and ownership with a sense of urgency.
• Experience with cycle time analysis, process breakdowns, and defining critical requirements.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical components.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor, Vault Pro, SolidWorks, PDM, AutoCAD.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with equipment design standards (ISO, ANSI, CSA, OSHA, CE).
• GAMP 5 experience.
• Effective communication of technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the US, Canada, and the UK (at least annually).

What does CONVERGIX offer you?

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Company Pension
• Life Cover
• Income Protection
• Annual leave

About Convergix Automation Solutions

Convergix designs, engineers, and integrates hardware and software to automate customer operations. We specialize in creative, custom solutions across various industries. With over 900 employees and 25+ locations worldwide, we aim to be the trusted partner capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate team, renowned processes, and diverse experience.

Learn more: https://convergixautomation.com/

What does CONVERGIX value?

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

Why join the CONVERGIX team?

As a rapidly expanding company rooted in strong values, we offer a unique opportunity to grow within the industrial technology industry. We are on a path to become a $1 billion company, bringing a holistic approach to automation and empowering our customers to reach their full potential.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Convergix Automation Solutions provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources for specific needs.