Mechanical Engineer (Wearable Systems)

XYZ Reality Ltd.; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare with Vitality

Biannual salary reviews

Job summary

XYZ Reality Ltd. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Reading, UK to design and certify innovative wearable AR systems for the construction industry. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary R&D team, overseeing product development from concept to production, with a focus on rigorous testing and compliance with certification standards.

The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and have 3–5 years of experience in product development, particularly in creating robust designs with SolidWorks.

Substantial benefits include 25 days of annual leave, private healthcare, and opportunities for impactful contributions to the construction technology sector.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of product development experience from concept through prototype and production.
• Knowledge of PPE and certification standards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop helmet-mounted AR systems in SolidWorks.
• Support certification programmes and oversee testing.
• Collaborate with R&D teams throughout design and validation.

Skills

SolidWorks CAD skills

Hands-on prototyping

Manufacturing transition support

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Wearable Systems & Certification

Location: Reading, UK (Hybrid)

About XYZ Reality

XYZ Reality are the creators of the world’s first engineering-grade Augmented Reality solution for the construction industry. Our technology sits within “The Atom” – a smart, site-safe headset/hardhat – and is implemented on projects to ensure schemes meet delivery timescales and budgets.

With over 100 staff across the UK, US & Europe, we partner with mission‑critical organisations and construction companies to deliver major projects.

The Role

We are developing the next generation of wearable AR products for the construction industry. We need a Mechanical Engineer to design, certify, and deliver helmet‑mounted systems. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary R&D team, overseeing the product from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop helmet‑mounted AR systems and accessories in SolidWorks, producing 3‑D models, assemblies, engineering drawings, and production documentation.
• Support ANSI Type II and EN397 certification programmes, coordinating with certification bodies and testing laboratories, and overseeing environmental, drop, impact, vibration, and ingress testing.
• Integrate sensor systems, batteries, antennas, optics, cameras, and electronics into compact wearable platforms, ensuring thermal management, electronics packaging, and ergonomics.
• Lead and support DFM and DFA activities, creating assembly instructions and engineering change documentation for scalable production.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers, contract manufacturers, and certification laboratories, ensuring components meet design intent and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Hardware, Embedded, Production, Software, and R&D teams throughout concept, design reviews, prototyping, and validation.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or related discipline, with 3–5 years of product development experience from concept through prototype and production.
• Strong SolidWorks CAD skills, including 3‑D modelling, assemblies, engineering drawings, tolerance analysis and material selection.
• Hands‑on prototyping and workshop experience in injection moulding, machining, sheet metal fabrication, and additive manufacturing.
• Experience with external suppliers and manufacturers, comfortable in a fast‑paced multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of PPE, wearables, or certification standards (ANSI, EN397, CE, UKCA) is advantageous.

Key Experience & Skills

• DFM / DFA and manufacturing transition support.
• Integration of sensors, optics, battery and electronics into wearables.
• Hands‑on prototyping, practical workshop and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Private healthcare with Vitality.
• Christmas shutdown days (usually 2–4 per year). 5 weeks holiday plus additional Christmas days.
• Biannual salary reviews.
• Opportunity to make a real‑world impact by revolutionising the construction industry.