Mechanical Design Engineer

Magna International; Telford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in the UK to drive rapid, robust automation concepts, developing robot grippers, fixtures, and related components. You will lead design from concept to prototyping, ensure safety and cost-effectiveness, and work with robotic systems in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

The role requires strong CAD skills (SolidWorks/CATIA), experience in design simulation, and the ability to coordinate with suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Front end design experience.
• 2D and 3D CAD software – SolidWorks or Catia or similar.
• Design Simulation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Packages.
• Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with customers.
• Ability to own and drive projects.
• Engineering background.
• Technical knowledge – Mechanical Design.

Responsibilities

• Design phase of Projects, focusing on layouts, Robot Grippers, CNC Fixtures, stillages, heat treat racks and operator ergonomics.
• Review and buy off designs and participate in Layout & Design simulation.
• Project management of suppliers; interpret customer requirements and develop concept designs into a robust solution.
• Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles to simplify product structures and reduce components and assembly operations.
• Attend buy off events and oversee sampling and commissioning at suppliers and home line, also owning and managing pre and final acceptance tests.
• Generate and develop CAD models using SolidWorks or CATIA and produce 2D drawings to support manufacturing, quality and engineering activities.
• Part feasibility reviews and apply design for manufacturability to evaluate designs.
• Complete understanding of part tolerances, GD&T, and dimensional capability statistics.

Skills

Front end design experience

CAD Design (2D/3D)

Design Simulation

MS Office

Customer communication

Project ownership

Engineering background

Mechanical design knowledge

Education

HNC Apprenticeship or equivalent (Mechanical/Electrical Eng)

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

• Previous Automotive experience

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What We Offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The Mechanical Design Engineer position will play a key role within CCUK developing, designing, – Robot Grippers, CNC Fixtures, stillages, heat treat racks and stillages and be involved in Mechanical design simulation with robotic systems for automation. This position involves supporting the full design process, from conceptualisation to prototyping, testing, and final integration, while ensuring the systems meet performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness standards. The role requires strong problem-solving skills, up-to-date knowledge of CAD technologies, and a strategic mindset to anticipate industry trends and contribute to the continuous improvement of robotic & Automation systems. As a Design Engineer, you must also stay abreast of emerging innovations mechanical principles, autonomous systems to drive next-generation automation solutions.

Role Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the design phase of Projects, focusing on the equipment layouts, Robot Grippers, CNC Fixtures, stillages, heat treat racks and Considering operator ergonomics
• To review and buy off designs and be involved in Layout & Design simulation.
• Project management of suppliers. Interpret customer requirements and develop concept designs into a robust solution
• Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles to simplify the product structure, reducing the number of components and assembly operations required, thereby enhancing the manufacturing process
• Attend buy off events and oversee sampling and commissioning at suppliers and home line also owning and manage Pre and Final acceptance tests
• Generate and develop CAD models using SolidWorks or CATIA & Produce 2D product, tooling, fixture, equipment drawings to support manufacturing, quality and engineering activities.
• Part Feasibility reviews and to apply design for Manufacturability (DFM) principals to evaluate product designs.
• Complete understanding of part tolerances, dimensional capability statistics and GD&T.
• Generate SOR, RFQ to support engineering and quoting activities.
• Support continuous improvement activities through effective use of 3D and 2D CAD to propose product design changes and tooling improvements
• Participate in root-cause analysis and implement countermeasures
• Maintain master drawings with clear revision control
• Validation of FEA analysis during buy off Process, work closely with departmental personal to capture lessons learned.
• Maintain a continuous improvement mindset, seeking out the latest advancements in assembly automation and integrating them into the design process to stay ahead in the competitive automotive industry
• Be creative in your approach to mechanical design in order to gain a competitive edge

Experience

Essential

• Front end design experience
• 2D and 3D CAD Software – SolidWorks or Catia or similar
• Design Simulation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Packages
• Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with customers
• Ability to own and drive projects
• Engineering background
• Technical knowledge – Mechanical Design

Desirable

• HNC Apprenticeship or equivalent either in Mechanical or Electrical Eng’g
• Root Cause Analysis
• DFMEA and PFMEA.
• Previous Automotive experience
• Understanding of Aluminium Cast part manufacturing processes

Personal Attributes

• Effective communicator both written and verbal in English
• Eligibility to work in the UK and work and travel across Europe
• Good interpersonal skills able to effectively communicate and build relationships
• Work collaboratively to achieve project goals
• Comfortable to work at pace to deliver solutions
• Self-driven with a can-do attitude
• Analytical approach to seeking solutions with demonstrable problem-solving expertise
• Ability to work under pressure, shift priorities in a changing environment, and is self-directed with good business judgment.

Work Environment

• Plant conditions necessitate exposure to heat, cold, dust, hot objects, and loud noises within our manufacturing environment. Full Health and Safety training and PPE provided for all conditions.
• Position will involve overseas travelling and working outside “normal” UK working hours, to cover time zone differences.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

Group

Cosma International