Technical Compliance Officer (Mechanical Design)

Owen Daniels; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking a Technical Compliance Officer (Mechanical Design) for a permanent role in Stevenage. You will review concepts, drawings and 3D models to ensure compliance with UKCA/CE and machinery safety requirements, and lead DFMEA/HAZOP activities.

The role involves compiling technical files, coordinating with certification bodies, and implementing improvements to engineering processes while maintaining strict document control and accurate revision histories.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3–5 years' experience in mechanical design or product development.
• Experience reviewing mechanical designs, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Understanding UKCA/CE marking, machinery safety regulations, and engineering compliance requirements.
• Experience compiling technical files, interpreting standards, and resolving non-conformances.
• Knowledge of DFMEA and HAZOP risk assessment methods.
• Strong attention to detail and revision control.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to challenge designs constructively.
• Experience with 3D CAD software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review mechanical design concepts, 3D CAD models, and 2D engineering drawings to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Ensure products and mechanical assemblies meet applicable UK and international safety requirements, including machinery safety regulations and UKCA/CE marking.
• Lead design risk assessments, including DFMEA and HAZOP activities, to identify and address potential safety and functional issues.
• Compile and maintain technical files, including structural calculations, material certifications, and user documentation.
• Prepare Declarations of Conformity and Declarations of Incorporation for relevant mechanical products and assemblies.
• Audit engineering drawings, design documentation, engineering change notes, and document control processes; monitor changes to relevant engineering standards and advise design teams on compliance requirements.
• Liaise with external test houses, inspectors, and certification bodies to support product testing and validation.
• Identify compliance gaps and implement improvements to engineering processes and product approval procedures.

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

Technical Compliance Officer (Mechanical Design)

Permanent Position

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

Monday to Friday

Stevenage

Job Description

• Review mechanical design concepts, 3D CAD models, and 2D engineering drawings to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations
• Ensure products and mechanical assemblies meet applicable UK and international safety requirements, including machinery safety regulations and UKCA/CE marking
• Lead design risk assessments, including DFMEA and HAZOP activities, to identify and address potential safety and functional issues
• Compile and maintain technical files, including structural calculations, material certifications, and user documentation
• Prepare Declarations of Conformity and Declarations of Incorporation for relevant mechanical products and assemblies
• Audit engineering drawings, design documentation, engineering change notes, and document control processesMonitor changes to relevant engineering standards and advise design teams on compliance requirements
• Liaise with external test houses, inspectors, and certification bodies to support product testing and validation
• Identify compliance gaps and implement improvements to engineering processes and product approval procedures

Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience within a mechanical design or product development environment
• Experience reviewing mechanical designs, engineering drawings, and technical documentation
• Understanding of UKCA/CE marking, machinery safety regulations, and engineering compliance requirements
• Experience compiling technical files, interpreting standards, and resolving non-conformances
• Knowledge of risk assessment methods, ideally including DFMEA and HAZOP
• Strong attention to detail, particularly around technical documentation, drawing standards, and revision control
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to challenge designs constructively and work closely with engineering teams
• Experience with 3D CAD software would be advantageous

Desirable Experience

• Formal training or qualifications in CE/UKCA marking and regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of ISO 12100, EN 60204-1, ISO 9001, and relevant engineering drawing standards
• Experience working with external testing laboratories, third-party inspectors, or certification bodies