Research Engineer - Mechanical

Dyson GmbH; Malmesbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Malmesbury seeks a Mechanical Research Engineer to design innovative Dyson Digital Motors. Ideal candidates should have a degree in engineering, strong mechanical principles understanding, and experience in CAD. The role offers competitive salary and various employee perks including private medical insurance and on-site facilities.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

Discounts on Dyson machines

On-site gym and sports centre

Free on-site hair salon

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline with industrial experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Capable of using 3D CAD software packages.
• Aiming for innovative solutions with high value IP.

Responsibilities

• Deliver robust design solutions that fulfil design requirements.
• Develop 3D CAD and engineering drawings for mechanical components.
• Understand and comply with relevant International Standards.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

3D CAD software

Hand calculations

Communication skills

Understanding of materials science

Education

Degree in engineering or scientific discipline (2:1 or better)

Tools

Siemens NX

ANSYS Workbench

Siemens Teamcenter

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Summary

Salary : Competitive Team : Design and Development Location : United Kingdom - Malmesbury Office

About us

At Dyson we are encouraged to think differently, challenge convention and be unafraid to make mistakes. We are proud to be authentic, different and pioneers. We are driven by a desire to solve real problems and improve everyday lives with intuitive solutions that do more, but use less. Family owned, we are not restricted by conventional thinking; we explore, discover and learn for ourselves. Never satisfied, we believe everything can always be made better.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Research Engineer to join the highly successful Motors and Power Systems team within the Research, Design and Development (RDD) department.

The team have been pioneers in the industry for more than 15 years, coming up with a range of very high speed, very power dense compressor motors that are highly efficient, cost-effective and robust. These motors are conceived in the UK and manufactured at Dyson’s state-of-the-art facilities in Singapore and Philippines.

Within this team the successful applicant will be primarily working on the mechanical design of our Dyson Digital Motors (DDMs).

Key responsibilities

Deliver robust design solutions that fulfil the fundamental design requirements

Generate design requirements and identify risk areas

Develop 3D CAD and engineering drawings for mechanical components and assemblies along with test rigs and assembly fixtures

Understand and comply with relevant International Standards

Be responsible for delivering parts from concept to proof of principle

Develop innovative and novel concepts with high value IP while considering freedom to operate

Follow best practice and improve upon existing processes within the team where possible

About you

Required technical knowledge and skills:

Degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline (2:1 degree or better) with an appreciable level of industrial experience in the design and development of mechanical systems

Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles

Capable of performing hand calculations to provide initial design direction and confidence in simulation results

Capable of using 3D computer aided design (CAD) software packages

Understanding of GD&T

Understanding of physical failure methods and approaches to root cause analysis

Understanding of design verification approaches and ability to define suitable test methods

Able to communicate appropriate, concise and accurate information in written and verbal formats

Able to carry out structural FE analysis of components to inform their design, and create an associated validation programme to verify results

Able to work with a variety of multi-disciplinary project teams

Understanding of materials science and manufacturing processes

Can-do attitude, willing to work outside of comfort zone and learn new skills and abilities in the process

Desired technical knowledge and skills:

An awareness of power system design, including motors, transmissions and energy storage solutions

An awareness of other engineering disciplines such aerodynamics, thermodynamics, CFD analysis and electrical, electronics and electromagnetic systems

Experience using Siemens NX, ANSYS Workbench and Siemens Teamcenter

Able to carry out simple modal, thermal, rotordynamic and impact analyses of components

Appreciation of statistics and robust design techniques

Understanding of materials science and manufacturing processes

Awareness of tolerance stack analysis

Confident in building test fixtures/jigs and aware of FRACAS process

Performance related bonus

Discounts on Dyson machines

Purchase additional holidays

Lifestyle:

Free bus travel to and from Malmesbury campus from Bristol, Chippenham and Swindon

On-site parking

Endless free coffee and tea, and a free lunch

Free on-site hair salon

Electric vehicle scheme

Health:

Private Medical insurance for all employees

Employee Assistance Program for employee and dependents

Digital GP and prescription service

Fertility treatment support

On-site gym and sports centre

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