Mechanical Engineer (Manufacturing)

Rapiscan Systems, Inc.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapiscan Systems in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop innovative designs for large-scale scanning systems, from concept to manufacturing support.

You will work with fabricated structures, sheet metal, hydraulics, and electro-mechanical assemblies, producing 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and documentation for global PLM systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience using SolidWorks for design of fabricated structures, sheet metalwork, and machined components.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor would be advantageous.
• HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent industry experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Good understanding of engineering calculations and their practical application.
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems, such as Agile, would be beneficial.
• Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop innovative mechanical design concepts for complex scanning solutions.
• Produce detailed 3D models, general arrangement drawings, assembly drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Design fabricated structures, sheet metal components, and machined parts in line with engineering and manufacturing requirements.
• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support production and assembly activities.
• Ensure mechanical designs effectively integrate with electrical and other system components.
• Participate in design reviews, project kick-off meetings, and customer discussions where required.
• Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) through the document control process.
• Collaborate with engineering teams in the United States and India and maintain engineering documentation within global PLM systems.

Skills

SolidWorks

Problem-solving

Communication

Engineering calculations

Education

HNC

HND

Degree

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

PLM/PDm systems (Agile)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

engineering team, you will be responsible for developing innovative mechanical designs for large-scale scanning systems and associated equipment. The role offers exposure to fabricated structures, sheet metal assemblies, machined components, hydraulic systems, and electro-mechanical equipment. Key Responsibilities Create and develop innovative mechanical design concepts for complex scanning solutions. Produce detailed 3D models, general arrangement drawings, assembly drawings, and manufacturing documentation. Design fabricated structures, sheet metal components, and machined parts in line with engineering and manufacturing requirements. Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support production and assembly activities. Ensure mechanical designs effectively integrate with electrical and other system components. Participate in design reviews, project kick-off meetings, and customer discussions where required. Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) through the document control process. Collaborate with engineering teams in the United States and India and maintain engineering documentation within global PLM systems.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience using SolidWorks for the design of fabricated structures, sheet metalwork, and machined components. Experience with Autodesk Inventor would be advantageous. HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent industry experience in Mechanical Engineering. Good understanding of engineering calculations and their practical application. Experience with PLM/PDM systems, such as Agile, would be beneficial. Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication skills. TPBN1_UKTJ

Rapiscan Systems, part of OSI Systems, Inc., is a global leader in security inspection technology. We provide advanced screening solutions that help protect people, infrastructure, and international trade across the world. Our innovative technologies support customs agencies, border security, aviation authorities, law enforcement, military organisations, and security professionals in detecting threats, preventing smuggling, and safeguarding communities. With more than 100,000 systems installed worldwide, we are at the forefront of security and inspection innovation. The Opportunity We are looking for a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our Cargo and Vehicle Inspection Engineering team in Stoke-on-Trent. This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically complex products throughout the entire product lifecycle, from early-stage concept development and new product introduction through to continuous improvement and manufacturing support. Working as part of a multidisciplinary