Project Engineer – Mechanical Design – required in Cork to work on the design & delivery of automation machine design projects. As a Senior R&D Engineer you will develop and deliver automated projects from concept and design to prototyping, testing and debugging systems in alignment with established policies, goals and objectives. This is a hands-on design role requiring creativity while also prioritizing project deadlines & motivating colleagues to deliver on time.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years’ experience as an engineer within an automation / OEM environment
• Strong background in the automation machine development process
• Proven ability to communicate concepts, ideas and knowledge effectively and clearly to individuals and teams
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• SolidWorks 3D CAD experience
• Industrial machine/fixture/automation design experience
• Experience in writing & working with technical documentation to meet regulated industrial standards

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver robust designs through anticipating and preventing build, debug, performance and reliability issues.
• Ensure design is compliant to all regulatory, safety and CE requirements
• Use Solidworks software to produce solid models, detail drawings and BOM of equipment in line with client specifications
• Application of technical engineering input, during design on medium to large projects including concept development, components selection for projects – providing efficiency & cost savings
• Interpret & develop appropriate documentation required for regulated industrial projects. (e.g. POP Report, URS, FAT etc.)
• Help prepare project plans, specifications and schedules for new project development
• On-time delivery of projects within budget
• Specification & sourcing of suitable components from external equipment suppliers and liaising with sub-contract suppliers
• Utilize 3D CAD in design of equipment
• Design of equipment to meet CE requirements
• Hands-on involvement with all departments during, build, setup, debugging and testing of new equipment to ensure design meets performance and customers specifications
• Liaise with electrical and control engineers to ensure design compatibility
• Interacting with customer throughout the project life cycle.