Summary by IrelandJobHub
CareerWise Recruitment seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer for a Dublin-based technology firm specialising in high-precision electro-mechanical optical assemblies. The role involves designing mechanical equipment, conducting root cause analyses, and ensuring documentation compliance. Responsibilities include generating validation programmes, performing system construction, and managing on-site integration globally. Candidates require a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and proficiency in 3D CAD applications like SolidWorks. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of thermal dynamics are essential for this position.
Role Overview
CareerWise Recruitment is hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer for an award-winning technology client in Dublin. The company develops high-precision electro-mechanical optical assemblies. The engineer reports directly to the Engineering Manager. The position involves designing mechanical equipment according to specific requirements. It also includes analysing problems and performing root cause analyses.
Key Responsibilities
The engineer must ensure all engineering documentation meets internal procedures. This covers CAD, drawings, BOMs, and technical specifications. Design outputs must comply with specifications via calculations. The role requires generating validation and testing programmes. Continuous improvement activities are part of the duties. System construction and testing are also required.
- Undertake on-site systems integration and commissioning at global collaborator sites.
Job Requirements
Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent. Ideally, three years of relevant experience are required. Designing assemblies from first principles is essential. This requires understanding solid mechanics, thermal dynamics, materials, and vibration. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary. Practical knowledge of component machining is valued.
- Hands-on system design and construction experience is required.
- Experience with third-party regulatory approval, particularly CE Marking, is needed.
- Strong background in 3D CAD applications like SolidWorks is essential.
- Knowledge of GMT and FEA is advantageous.