Mechanical Engineer

AGI Group; Royston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves designing and developing innovative electro-mechanical systems for chemical laboratories and manufacturing plants. You will engage in the full product development lifecycle, from concept to testing, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in engineering design, particularly in the chemical or pharmaceutical sectors. Join a company that values your expertise and offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Private health insurance

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• 8+ years in engineering design, preferably in chemical/pharmaceutical sectors.
• Experience in developing new electro-mechanical products.
• Proficient in 3D CAD and FEA.

Responsibilities

• Design and model electro-mechanical components using DFMA principles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for system integration.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings and technical documentation.

Skills

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

BEng/BSc/BA in relevant field

Tools

SolidWorks PDM

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

A Bit About Us...

Asahi Glassplant UK Ltd. (AGI UK) is a subsidiary of Asahi Glassplant Inc (AGI), Japan. AGI specialises in providing premium quality chemical processing equipment from laboratory scale to manufacturing scale. Our wide range of products serve all chemistry sectors but especially the pharmaceutical industry. AGI was founded in 1950, is the market leader in Japan and now employs over 700 people.

AGI UK's head office and electromechanical assembly facilities are based in Royston, Hertfordshire and we have a glass fabrication facility in Sutton, near Ely, Cambridgeshire. AGI UK is responsible for sales within the EMEA region but manufactures scientific instruments and scientific glassware that is sold globally via the AGI group.

A Bit About The Role...

The Mechanical Engineer role is involved in the design, development, and integration of electro-mechanical systems and components used in chemical laboratories and manufacturing plants. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and experienced in the full product development lifecycle.

Reporting to the Director of Electromechanical Engineering, the engineer's responsibilities may be summarised as:

• Design and model electro-mechanical components and assemblies, using Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) principles
• Apply theoretical engineering knowledge to develop, analyse and interrogate design concepts and solutions
• Support the prototyping, testing and validation of new designs and systems
• Create and maintain accurate engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation
• Create and execute test plans, analyse data and prepare test reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electronics, software, and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless system integration
• Work with suppliers and fabrication partners to procure parts and ensure that the parts meet specifications and quality standards
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of electro-mechanical issues during development and production
• Ensure products meet regulatory requirements, i.e. CE/FCC/NRTL conformance
• Adhere to the New Product Development (NPD) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) processes
• Follow the health and safety protocols which the company has established
• Comply with the requirements of the Business Management System
  
  
  

Requirements


A bit about you...

We would hope that the Mechanical Engineer holds the following attributes:

• BEng/BSc/BA in a relevant field (or equivalent experience)
• A strong background in developing new electro-mechanical products
• At least 8 years' experience working in an engineering design environment, preferably in the chemical or pharmaceutical industries
• Proficient in the use of 3D CAD, i.e. SolidWorks
• Ability to perform FEA (finite element analysis), and heat transfer analysis
• Experience in operating product data management systems, i.e. Solidworks PDM
• Ability to find efficient ways to solve complex technical issues on projects
• Ability to collaborate and engage with a team of engineers in debate and collective decision making
• Ability to communicate effectively and confidently with colleagues, stakeholders and suppliers
• Experience in mentoring and coaching team members on good electro-mechanical engineering practices
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Experience of creating project plans and managing projects
• Hands-on ability to modify and manufacture parts using workshop tools
  
  

Some non-essential but desirable experiences include:

• Experience of industrial design or product design
• Good understanding of automation components, pneumatics and sensors
• Experience in glassware design and manufacture
  
  
  

Benefits


What we can offer...

Our successful Mechanical Engineer can benefit from the below:

• 25 days holiday per year (not including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Private health insurance (AXA)
• Death in service benefit
  
  

Ultimately, you will help AGI UK grow by designing and developing new exciting products and getting them to market. You will also be expected to thrive whilst upholding and promoting the AGI mission and values.

We offer a dynamic working environment where your skill set will be highly valued and encouraged to expand and explore your capabilities.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Asahi Glassplant UK Ltd.