Mechanical Design Engineer (m/f/d)

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Translate discussions, sketches, and specifications into robust mechanical designs.
• Develop concepts into production-ready engineering solutions with researchers and technical leaders.
• Create detailed drawings, models, and technical documentation.
• Balance performance, cost, and production efficiency in manufacturable designs.
• Coordinate fabrication with manufacturing partners, machine shops, and production facilities.
• Support prototyping with 3D printing and rapid manufacturing techniques.
• Assemble, test, and refine prototypes and mechanical systems.
• Contribute improvements throughout product development.
• Participate in design reviews covering manufacturability, materials, and production methods.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong practical experience in mechanical design, drafting, or mechanical engineering.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks; other CAD experience may be considered if the candidate can transition quickly.
• Ability to convert conceptual discussions and requirements into detailed engineering designs.
• Strong understanding of machining, moulding, and additive manufacturing.
• Experience designing components in metals and plastics.
• Familiarity with prototyping techniques, particularly 3D printing.
• Basic FEA experience or ability to perform engineering hand calculations.
• Ability to work with external manufacturers, fabricators, and machine shops.
• Hands-on workshop experience with engineering hand tools and machine tools.

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of ceramics, moulding technologies, or advanced manufacturing processes.
• Experience with moving mechanical assemblies, sealing systems, or pressure-containing components.
• Experience with products operating at pressures up to 125 bar.
• Exposure to structural frame design and mechanical support structures.
• Sheet metal design experience is beneficial but not essential.

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