R&D Design Engineer

Wallace Myers International; Galway; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wallace Myers International in Galway is seeking an R&D Design Engineer to contribute to multidisciplinary product design and development projects. The role involves supporting new product concepts and enhancements from feasibility and mechanical design through prototyping, verification, validation and preparation for production release.

You will develop 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks, translate customer requirements into product specifications, and plan prototype builds, testing

Qualifications

• Level 8 degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Experience in medical devices or another highly regulated engineering environment is advantageous.
• Practical mechanical design and CAD capability, with exposure to prototyping, testing and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a results-focused approach.
• Adaptable, motivated and comfortable working across changing project priorities and innovative product challenges.

Responsibilities

• Work within a multidisciplinary team across multiple internal and customer projects, collaborating with user-centred design and manufacturing functions.
• Support concept development, feasibility assessment, mechanical design, and design verification and validation for new products and product enhancements.
• Develop 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings using SolidWorks, including complex assemblies and surface modelling where required.
• Translate customer requirements into product specifications and coordinate with internal and external technical specialists.
• Plan and support prototype builds, concept testing and initial engineering builds.
• Develop product specifications, test methods, design verification protocols and reports.
• Troubleshoot design, test and manufacturing issues using engineering calculations and FEA/simulation where appropriate.
• Carry out tolerance development and process development activities to support robust product performance and manufacturing capability.
• Use Adobe tools to communicate design and engineering concepts where appropriate.
• Monitor project scope, timelines, budget and risk; prepare clear progress and technical reports for internal stakeholders and customers.
• Compile production-release documentation, including drawings, inspection criteria, material specifications, work instructions and packaging specifications.
• Ensure product development, manufacturing and test documentation meets applicable quality and regulatory requirements; support sales and project presentation activities as required.

Skills

Mechanical design

Prototyping

Documentation

Communication

Regulated environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Galway | Medical Device / Product Design & Development

An opportunity for a R&D Design Engineer to contribute to multidisciplinary product design and development projects in Galway. The role involves supporting new product concepts and enhancements from feasibility and mechanical design through prototyping, verification, validation and preparation for production release.

Key Responsibilities

• Work within a multidisciplinary team across multiple internal and customer projects, collaborating with user-centred design and manufacturing functions.
• Support concept development, feasibility assessment, mechanical design, and design verification and validation for new products and product enhancements.
• Develop 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings using SolidWorks, including complex assemblies and surface modelling where required.
• Translate customer requirements into product specifications and coordinate with internal and external technical specialists.
• Plan and support prototype builds, concept testing and initial engineering builds.
• Develop product specifications, test methods, design verification protocols and reports.
• Troubleshoot design, test and manufacturing issues using engineering calculations and FEA/simulation where appropriate.
• Carry out tolerance development and process development activities to support robust product performance and manufacturing capability.
• Use Adobe tools to communicate design and engineering concepts where appropriate.
• Monitor project scope, timelines, budget and risk; prepare clear progress and technical reports for internal stakeholders and customers.
• Compile production-release documentation, including drawings, inspection criteria, material specifications, work instructions and packaging specifications.
• Ensure product development, manufacturing and test documentation meets applicable quality and regulatory requirements; support sales and project presentation activities as required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Level 8 degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Experience in medical devices or another highly regulated engineering environment is advantageous.
• Practical mechanical design and CAD capability, with exposure to prototyping, testing and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a results-focused approach.
• Adaptable, motivated and comfortable working across changing project priorities and innovative product challenges.

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