About the role
AI summarisedThis is a research engineer role in an advanced remanufacturing division, focusing on mechanical design, prototyping, and manufacturing process development. The engineer will work in a multidisciplinary R&D environment, designing components, tooling, and fixtures, and collaborating with suppliers and manufacturing partners.
ResearchFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical components, tooling, fixtures, and experimental setups to support welding, joining, and additive manufacturing processes.
- Create 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings for mechanical assemblies, test rigs, and manufacturing equipment.
- Support the design, fabrication, and assembly of prototype systems and hardware modules for research and development projects.
- Evaluate and select appropriate materials, manufacturing methods, and fabrication processes for designed components.
- Conduct mechanical analysis and validation of designs, including structural, thermal, or vibration considerations where required.
- Support prototype build, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems and experimental platforms.
- Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners for component fabrication, procurement, and system integration.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of mechanical hardware and equipment used in robotic welding, joining, and additive manufacturing systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong foundation in mechanical design and engineering fundamentals, including structural mechanics, material behavior, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with mechanical CAD and 3D modelling tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, NX or equivalent) for design and engineering documentation.
- Experience in designing mechanical components, tooling, fixtures, or assemblies for manufacturing or experimental systems.
- Good understanding of manufacturing techniques and fabrication processes, such as CNC machining, metal fabrication, additive manufacturing, or prototyping methods.
- Experience preparing engineering drawings and technical documentation, including basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and mechanical system troubleshooting.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a dynamic research and development environment and adapt to evolving project requirements.
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
- Experience working in industrial R&D or collaborative research environments.
- Hands-on experience with machining, fabrication, or laboratory prototyping equipment.
- Experience with robot programming for automated welding or manufacturing applications.
- Experience with Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) or Directed Energy Deposition (DED) processes.
- Experience in mechanical system design for automated or manufacturing equipment.
- Experience in design and fabrication of tooling, jigs, mounts, or experimental test rigs.