Mechanical Design Engineer

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Newtownabbey
4 weeks ago
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Mechanical Design Engineer

Newtonabbey, Northern Ireland


The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a highly innovative manufacturing organisation based in Newtonabbey. This is a key technical leadership role focused on the development of market‑leading sensor products, supporting customers across a global footprint.


This position offers the chance to take ownership of product development from concept through to production launch, while working cross‑functionally within an international engineering team.


Role Overview

You will lead the design and development of advanced sensor products, ensuring delivery in line with customer specifications, quality standards, and project timelines. This is a hands‑on engineering role combining technical design expertise, supplier engagement, customer interaction, and manufacturing optimisation.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead development of market‑leading products, including CAD design, prototyping, validation testing, and production launch
  • Provide technical support to customers throughout the product lifecycle
  • Engage directly with customers to define specifications, agree project schedules, and deliver projects aligned with customer requirements
  • Lead engagement with new and existing suppliers, defining technical requirements and driving on‑time delivery and quality performance
  • Work cross‑functionally within a global team to optimise designs for manufacturing, assembly, and cost efficiency
  • Lead engineering validation activities with test laboratories and production lines
  • Support change management initiatives across a range of existing products globally

Essential Criteria

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
  • Minimum 5 years' experience within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong 3D CAD experience and 2D drawing preparation
  • Fluent in English (written and verbal)
  • Demonstrated initiative, strong teamwork, research capability, and problem‑solving skills

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience within the automotive industry and associated qualification processes
  • Experience using SolidWorks, CATIA and/or NX modelling packages
  • Strong knowledge of engineering tolerances and GD&T
  • Experience designing for manufacturing processes including:

    • Plastic moulding
    • Metal forming
    • Stamping
    • Casting
    • Forging

  • Knowledge of engineering design processes such as DFMEA and Design for Six Sigma
  • Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
  • Understanding of sensor‑related electronics, behaviour, and mechanical failure modes

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary up to £45,000
  • Opportunity to lead innovative product development projects
  • Exposure to global customers and cross‑functional teams
  • Career progression within a growing and technically advanced organisation
  • Comprehensive benefits package

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact K02 directly with your CV


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