Senior Automation Mechanical Design Engineer

AIR Sligo; Sligo; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Training and development

Attractive Salary Package

Job summary

AIR Sligo, a global manufacturing automation company, seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and implementation of automated equipment. You will work within a technical team on challenging projects, develop 3D designs in SolidWorks, perform safety risk assessments, and drive projects from concept to delivery while liaising with suppliers and customers.

The role requires a degree in engineering and at least four years in automation or machine design, with strong

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 4 years relevant experience including design sign off, installation and commissioning.
• Extensive experience in a machine design role.
• Excellent communication skills for technical direction and issues.
• Self-starter with attention to detail and ability to own milestones.
• Keen interest in automation technology and innovation.
• Project management experience is advantageous.
• Valid driving licence and ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Work within the design team to develop concepts from customer requirements.
• 3D design of mechatronic equipment including transfer systems, robotics, pneumatics, and guarding.
• Hands-on involvement at build and debug to meet performance specs.
• Lead large projects and coordinate cross-functional teams throughout the lifecycle.
• Provide guidance to technicians to realise designs and meet customer goals.
• Design and implement process improvements for existing equipment.
• Prepare detailed tooling drawings and pneumatic schematics.
• Liaise with suppliers for component procurement and with customers on deliverables.
• Prepare safety risk assessments and FMEAs; develop machine documentation to EU standards.
• Meet project delivery deadlines; communicate effectively within the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

AIR Sligo, a global manufacturing automation company, seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and implementation of automated equipment. You will work within a technical team on challenging projects, develop 3D designs in SolidWorks, perform safety risk assessments, and drive projects from concept to delivery while liaising with suppliers and customers.

The role requires a degree in engineering and at least four years in automation or machine design, with strong