Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

Camlin Group; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to design and optimize electro-mechanical products for the Energy Utilities and Renewables industries. The successful candidate will have a minimum 2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and at least 1 year of experience in product design. Proficiency in Solid Edge or similar CAD software is required. This role emphasizes collaboration with various departments to ensure product excellence and quality standards. Join the team and contribute to innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a mechanical engineering environment focusing on product design and/or development.
• Comprehensive understanding of core mechanical engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop cutting-edge electro-mechanical products.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering functions and other departments.
• Ensure products meet performance and quality standards.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Engineering principles

Interpersonal skills

Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFM, DFA)

Education

2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Solid Edge or similar CAD software

Job description

Camlin is a global technology leader that operates with the vision of bringing revolutionary products to life for a wide range of industries, including power and rail, and also has interests in a number of R&D projects in a variety of scientific sectors.

At Camlin we believe in high quality engineering and design, allowing us to develop market leading products and services. In short, we love creating value for our customers by solving difficult problems. As of now, Camlin operates in over 20 countries worldwide. 🌐

What to expect day to day

The Junior Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing cutting‑edge electro‑mechanical products for the Energy Utilities and Renewables industries. As a member of the Mechanical Engineering team, you will support development of complex industrial products whilst ensuring our products meet stringent performance and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Support development, testing and evaluation of mechanical designs for the Energy industry in accordance with Camlin NPI process, while complying with industry standards and regulations.
• Apply sound knowledge of engineering principles to evaluate mechanical and electro‑mechanical products.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, technical specifications and test plans in accordance with Camlin best practice.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BoM) and work with Purchasing to identify appropriate suppliers.
• Ensure that products will perform consistently in specified operating environments, meeting Camlin quality and customer expectations.
• Apply Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFM, DFA) techniques, including standardisation of processes and technologies, to ensure cost‑effective and efficient design.
• Collaborate with other engineering functions, and other departments including the Operations team.
• Take active part in design reviews, design evaluations, and testing to uphold high‑quality standards.
• Proactively challenge and drive the organisation to continually improve quality and performance of engineering design.
• A minimum 2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline, or practical work experience commensurate to a 3rd level education.
• A minimum of 1 years’ experience in a mechanical engineering environment with a focus on product design and/or development.
• Experience with Solid Edge or a similar CAD package.
• Comprehensive understanding of core mechanical engineering principles.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to address technical challenges.
• Ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate effective collaboration within the team and with other departments.

Our Values

• We work together
• We believe in people
• We won’t accept the ‘way it has always been done’
• We listen to learn
• We’re trying to do the right thing

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Individuals seeking employment at Camlin are considered without regards to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital states, ancestry, physical or mental disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.