Mechanical Engineer

SDL Solutions Limited; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical solutions company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Product Mechanical Engineer for an 18-month contract in Gloucestershire. The successful candidate will coordinate product engineering activities, manage project tasks, and define qualification protocols for plastic devices. Proficiency in CAD software and excellent collaboration skills are essential. If you have a background in Mechanical Engineering and experience in injection molding, we encourage you to apply to contribute to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in design, construction and injection molding of disposable plastic devices preferred.
• Previous experience in project management and coordination of tasks.
• Prepared to learn new skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate product engineering activities related to requalification of injection moulded plastic devices.
• Perform root‑cause analyses and establish FMEA's of injection moulded components.
• Define product qualification protocols and acceptance criteria for functional tests.
• Work closely with OPS and tool shop, follow up on qualification activities for replacement injection molds.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software, preferably Creo

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Proactive mindset and problem‑solving toolset

Education

Preferred qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Product Mechanical Engineer required for up to 18 months, you will work with a team of Mechanical Engineers and Technicians, Product Management, Quality and Operations to re‑engineer and re‑qualify single‑use consumables.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate product engineering activities related to requalification of injection moulded plastic devices
• Perform root‑cause analyses and establishing FMEA's of injection moulded components
• Define product qualification protocols and acceptance criteria for functional tests
• Coordinate and carry out validation test protocols with stakeholders
• Work closely with OPS and tool shop, follow‑up on qualification activities for replacement injection molds (IQ, OQ, PQ) of existing parts
• Set up quality control processes, measurement instructions etc.
• Support execution of Engineering Change Requests

Person Specification

• Preferred qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Previous experience in design, construction and injection molding of disposable plastic devices preferred
• Previous experience in project management and coordination of tasks
• Proficiency in CAD software, preferably Creo
• Basic proficiency in SAP
• Prepared to learn new skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Proactive mindset and problem‑solving toolset
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Cooperate closely with PD, PM, OPS and Quality departments at other client sites.

Product Mechanical Engineer - 18‑month contract - Gloucestershire