Senior Mechanical Engineer
- Employer
- Excelitas Technologies Corp.
- Location
- Hamble, Southampton, UK
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posting live until
- 4 Aug 2022
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Job Details
Qioptiq Photonics Limited (An Excelitas Technologies Company) is a leading global supplier of opto-electronics and photonic products present in a variety of markets from medical and biotechnology to semiconductor and industrial markets, based in Hamble, Hampshire.
The role of the Mechanical Design Engineer is to deliver detailed mechanical designs for products and processes for internal and external customers as part of the Engineering Team.
Main Responsibilities:-
Product & process design, development and improvement
- Based on design brief or customer requirement, produce concept designs
- Carry out detail design for low-volume precision components and assemblies
- Attend or chair design review meetings
- Create & structure BoMs for manufacture
- Carry out proof-of-concept experiments and prototype build
- Maintain existing/legacy designs and carry out design modifications.
- Work with NPI engineering to develop processes and tooling
- Identify and meet all compliance requirements
- Identify & propose improvements to product design and build processes
Technical Support
- Provide technical training and support to NPI and production personnel.
- Liaise with vendors to optimize design viability where necessary
- Provide support to the Sales, Customer Support and Product Management functions in bid preparation
General
- Observe and promote safe working practices at all times
- Ensure compliance with the company quality management systems
- Communicate deviations or risks to project plan or goals
- Protect company IP in line with agreed strategy
- Perform other tasks as directed
The successful candidate will possess the following:-
- Degree or equivalent in a mechanical engineering discipline, or equivalent vocational training in a relevant industrial environment
- Solid experience in the detailed design of machined parts
- Design for manufacture
- Ability to demonstrate original thinking and an innovative approach to problem solving, from top-level concept to piece-part design.
- Knowledge of manufacturing techniques appropriate to small batch production
- Hands-on experience of 2D and 3D CAD systems
- Problem solving & lateral thinking
- Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to demonstrate scientific literacy
- Non-smoker/vaper
Company
Excelitas is a leading industrial technology manufacturer focused on delivering innovative, market-driven photonic solutions for our customers. Serving a range of applications across biomedical, scientific, semiconductor, industrial manufacturing, safety, security, consumer products, defence and aerospace sectors, we stand committed to enabling our customers’ success in their many end-markets.
Why work for us
We know our work has a greater purpose. As technology innovators of the future, we push the boundaries of what is possible. Our open-minded and passionate approach to everything we do gives meaning to our photonic solutions. We Engage with smart minds to maintain a creative and empowering work environment. We Enable our employees by providing the tools and resources that allow them to achieve their full potential. Finally, we Excel in what we do, and we reward hard work.
Training and development
Our employees represent our values, and we aim to create an environment where everyone can fully contribute to the business, while enjoying significant career-development opportunities and personal growth.
We value every team member and recognize that everyone contributes to our success in varying and meaningful ways. Everyone is given ample opportunity to develop, and each employee is accountable for their own growth and development in partnership with the company.
Graduate schemes
Our graduate programmes vary depending on location and role. We will develop a tailored plan to make sure you get both on-the-job and external training whether you are an engineer, a scientist or you are looking to start your career in any other speciality for which we recruit.
While many of our roles may not specifically say “graduate” we actively encourage graduates to apply for suitable roles via our vacancy postings on our website.
What we are looking for
We are always looking for passionate and dedicated people. We want problem solvers, as our customers come to us for solutions to their technology challenges. We also need good communicators as we work in global, multi-disciplinary teams and engage with our customers to present the best solutions for them.
Excelitas works across a wide range of sectors from biomedical to semiconductor and so offer diverse opportunities. If you share our photonic interest and passion, we want to hear from you.
Locations
Main sites in the US, Canada, UK, Germany, China, Indonesia, Phillipines and Singapore
Number of employees
7500
Main areas of research
Biomedical, scientific, semiconductor, industrial manufacturing, safety, security, consumer products, defence and aerospace
Positions recently recruited for
We recruit across a wide variety of sectors from R&D to manufacturing, supply chain, programme management, sales and support functions
Desired degree disciplines/class
Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in electronic, mechanical, software, systems or optical engineering or physics. Some roles may require a level of professional qualification
Pre-requisites
Eligibility to work in UK/EU/US
How to apply
Visit our careers page www.excelitas.com/join-our-team
Closing date
All year round
Contact
Tel +1 855-382-2677
E-mail talent.acquisition@excelitas.com
www.excelitas.com
- Website
- http://www.excelitas.com/
- Telephone
- +1 855-382-2677
- Location
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200 West Street
4th Floor East
Waltham
Massachusetts 02451
US
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