Mechanical Design Engineer – LV Switchgear & Panels (On-Site)

Capital Switchgear Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous training

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike to work scheme

Free parking

Social activities

Job summary

Capital Switchgear Limited is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design activities for LV switchgear and control panel projects. You’ll create manufacturing-ready 3D models and layouts, interpret client specifications, and develop documentation from concept through completion, while ensuring compliance with IEC/BS/EN standards and project requirements.

The role collaborates with Production, Quality and Projects teams, supporting FAT and testing, and contributing to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 2–6 years’ relevant experience in mechanical design within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience producing 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings.
• Good understanding of LV switchgear and control panel construction.
• Good understanding of mechanical design principles and design for manufacture.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical approach to engineering challenges.
• Ability to manage own workload, prioritise tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Projects, Production and Quality teams.
• Eligible to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver mechanical designs for LV switchgear and control panel projects from initial concept through to completion.
• Develop detailed 3D models, manufacturing drawings, layouts and associated design documentation.
• Interpret customer specifications, drawings and technical requirements and translate these into practical, manufacturing-ready designs.
• Design enclosure structures, mounting arrangements, internal layouts and associated mechanical components.
• Apply design for manufacture principles to ensure designs are practical, efficient and suitable for production and assembly.
• Consider structural integrity, accessibility, ventilation, thermal performance and maintainability throughout the design process.
• Identify and resolve mechanical design issues, making appropriate revisions where required.
• Apply relevant IEC, BS, EN and other applicable standards and regulations to mechanical designs.
• Produce accurate engineering Bills of Materials (BOMs) using relevant engineering and ERP tools.
• Prepare and maintain drawings, models, layouts, specifications and other technical documentation.
• Ensure engineering documentation is accurate, complete and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure design changes and revisions are accurately reflected in all relevant documentation.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of standardised design libraries, templates, BOM structures and component databases.
• Prepare client-specific technical documentation as required.

Skills

Excellent English communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work with cross-functional/

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Capital Switchgear Limited is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design activities for LV switchgear and control panel projects. You’ll create manufacturing-ready 3D models and layouts, interpret client specifications, and develop documentation from concept through completion, while ensuring compliance with IEC/BS/EN standards and project requirements.

The role collaborates with Production, Quality and Projects teams, supporting FAT and testing, and contributing to