Mechanical Design Engineer - Hybrid Working

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in smart flooring technology is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their innovative team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work closely with leading global brands, focusing on the development of next-generation electro-mechanical systems. You will play a critical role in the product lifecycle, from concept to production, ensuring compliance and managing design resources. With a strong emphasis on creativity and technical expertise, this position promises a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly influence the company's growth and success. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading complex product development in electromechanical products.
• Experience with 3D CAD systems and product lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Specification and development of electro-mechanical systems.
• Management of external design resources and development of test processes.

Skills

Product Development

Electromechanical Systems

3D CAD (Solidworks)

Robust Design

Material Science

Manufacturing Technologies

FEA Stress Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

Job description

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Posted:

11.04.2025

Expiry Date:

26.05.2025

Job Description:

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join this award-winning global leader in smart flooring technology based in London and Cambridge. This is a hybrid role working from the London or Cambridge office and working from home.

About the company
Our client has established a strong presence around the world, winning awards for technology that harvests energy and engagement data through interaction with pedestrians and working with some of the world’s most famous brands and organisations. With more than half a billion footsteps collected, they are quite literally changing the world, one step at a time.

About the role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be a key part of their exciting next growth stage and your performance and entrepreneurial skills will have a direct bearing on the company and where they go next.

You will report directly to the CTO and be responsible for the development of next generation systems, working hand in hand with the manufacturing team to introduce new suppliers, processes and materials. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Specification and development of electro-mechanical systems
2. Regulatory compliance
3. Management of external design resources, both in the UK and overseas
4. Development of robust design and test processes
5. Liaising with electronics hardware, production engineering and procurement teams

About you
To be successful for the role of Mechanical Design Engineer, you must have experience through the full product lifecycle from concept to production of high-volume electromechanical products for use in the built environment and have / be:

1. At least five years leading complex product development
2. Experience and oversight of 3D CAD (e.g. Solidworks) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
3. Experience with Robust Design and Reliability Engineering practices
4. Detailed knowledge of product test and verification methods and the ability to create test specifications
5. A good understanding of Material Science
6. Experience with a range of manufacturing technologies including CNC, injection moulding, composites, die-casting and DMLS
7. Knowledge of the economics of manufacturing including product costing
8. Prototype manufacturing and test
9. Experience with analytic packages in particular FEA stress analysis

About the rewards
The position of Mechanical Design Engineer offers the chance to work with some of the world’s leading global brands and organisation and offers an excellent salary of £40,000 to £50,000 per annum depending on experience.