ABOUT THE ROLE
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a new Mechanical Design Engineer located in Dundalk, Ireland.
Summary:
Mechanical Design Engineer`s role will be gaining a wealth of experience in a wide range of electrical and mechanical engineering disciplines and beyond with structured mentoring from more experienced team members. The successful candidate will work across multiple disciplines to get a full overview of the life cycle of the product along with the commercial acumen to compliment the technical aspects of the role.
What a typical day looks like:
Creating 3D mechanical designs of switchboards & associated products ready for production / fabrication purposes
Ensuring drawings issued to the shop floor are controlled, accurate and easy to follow
Providing assistance to Production/Test to resolve problems with new & existing product designs
Assisting with Shop Floor operations, Site operations and Client Witness Testing as required
Liaising with Project Managers and the Mechanical Design Manager on the development of the library of standard drawings
Travelling to client sites on occasion to carry out surveys
The experience we’re looking to add to our team:
2-5 years of previous experience in mechanical design.
Electrical equipment such as power distribution, packaged substations or switchgear would be considered advantageous, as would the knowledge & understanding of other electrical systems
3rd level degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience in a mechanical design role in a commercial environment
Proficient in the use of 3D CAD software, preferably Autodesk Inventor & Vault
Experience with sheet metal design would be preferable
Competence to read schematics would be beneficial
Ability to interact with other engineering disciplines and work as part of a team or independently as required
Good level of numeracy & literacy skills, as well as accuracy & attention to detail
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Fluent English language skills and eligibility to work in Ireland (EU).
What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:
An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
Opportunities to learn new skills in a fast-paced industry;
A competitive salary and benefits package that includes:A merit-based annual pay review
Enhanced annual leave
Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
Referral bonus
Volunteer days
Group Life Insurance, including a death-in-service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
Company Pension Scheme
Sick pay scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function;
Travel opportunities (role dependent);
Support your well-being by access to:Employee Assistance Programme through VHI offering free access to qualified counselors and expert advice.
VHI Private Health Insurance
On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.).