Mechanical Design Authority

Eclectic Recruitment Ltd
Cambridge
2 weeks ago
Create job alert

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Authority to join a department to assist with the development of professional mobile digital radio products and accessories.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead technical contact during scoping, definition, design and production phases of new product development
  • Provide technical guidance for possible solution types to meet requirements
  • Assess compliance of product performance against requirements
  • Review mechanical engineering outputs for approval, including drawing review and approval
  • Mentor and support mechanical design engineers
  • Provide technical solutions designed for manufacture
  • Manage 3rd party injection moulding suppliers
  • Travel domestically and internationally as required

The ideal candidate would have:

  • Prior experience working with electronics
  • Experience in electrical cable designs
  • Experience of mechanical design for acoustic system performance
  • Experience of mechanical design for RF system integration

The ideal candidate must have:

  • Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering
  • Solid foundation of experience in mechanical product designs that include integrated electronics operating in demanding environmental conditions
  • Broad mechanical engineering knowledge and proven industry experience in an equivalent lead engineer role
  • Experience in manufacturing and injection moulding
  • Ability to drive technical direction within multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Capability to consolidate complex and conflicting requirements into clear and deliverable commitments
  • Ability to specify technical requirements resulting in “right first time” designs
  • Strong understanding of product development lifecycle principles
  • Proven track record of taking a lead role in delivering products into volume production
  • Strong, assured, and confident technical leadership skills
  • Excellent presentation, communication, analytical, and numerical skills
  • Proactive, pragmatic, self-driven and motivated approach
  • Ownership, accountability, and resilience

This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not inclusive of:

  • Flexible working options
  • Pension scheme
  • Private healthcare
  • Life assurance
  • Employee recognition schemes

If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Keelan ASAP or apply via this advert!

** Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only candidates who currently hold full right to work in the UK will be considered, visa sponsorship is not currently offered **

We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.


 

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Mechanical Design Authority

Mechanical Design Lead

Mechanical Design Authority — Lead Global Product Delivery

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer – Mobile Radio Systems

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Jobs

New Edge Computing Employers to Watch in 2026: UK and Global Companies Shaping Edge Innovation

Edge computing is transforming how data is processed by bringing compute power closer to the source of generation. With the proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT), real‑time analytics, autonomous systems, and latency‑sensitive applications, edge computing has moved from a niche discipline to a core component of digital infrastructure. In 2026, organisations that specialise in or heavily invest in edge computing are expanding their teams to build distributed systems, real‑time analytics platforms, and edge‑optimised AI. For professionals exploring opportunities on www.EdgeComputingJobs.co.uk , understanding which employers are growing, winning contracts, or securing investment is essential. This article highlights the new and high‑growth edge computing employers to watch in 2026, including UK startups, international innovators with a UK presence, and established companies shifting strategy toward edge.

Careers

How Many Edge Computing Tools Do You Need to Know to Get an Edge Computing Job?

If you’re trying to start or grow a career in edge computing, it can feel like you’re navigating a maze of tools, frameworks and platforms — Kubernetes, Docker, IoT frameworks, AWS Greengrass, Azure IoT Edge, OpenShift, TinyML toolkits, networking orchestration, real-time streaming frameworks, and on it goes. Scroll job boards and community forums and it’s easy to conclude that unless you master every buzzword imaginable, you’ll never get a job. Here’s the honest truth most edge computing hiring managers won’t necessarily say out loud: 👉 They don’t hire you because you know every edge computing tool — they hire you because you can solve real system problems using the tools you know. Tools matter, yes — but only when they support clear outcomes: reliable systems, performance at scale, secure edge deployments and real business value. So how many edge computing tools do you actually need to know to secure a job? For most edge computing roles, the answer is fewer than you think — and a lot clearer when sorted by fundamentals and roles. This guide shows you what matters, what doesn’t, and how to focus your time wisely so you come across as capable, confident and employable.

Jobs

What Hiring Managers Look for First in Edge Computing Job Applications (UK Guide)

In today’s fast-evolving tech landscape, edge computing is one of the most sought-after fields — blending distributed systems, embedded systems, networking, cloud, IoT, data and real-time processing. But that also means hiring managers are highly selective. They scan applications fast and look for signals of relevance, impact, technical depth and real-world delivery long before they read every line. This guide demystifies what hiring managers in edge computing look for first in your application — so you can tailor your CV, portfolio and cover letter to jump out of the stack. Whether you’re targeting edge systems roles, embedded IoT edge jobs, edge-native data roles, edge platform engineering or edge-AI positions, this checklist will help you position your experience in a way hiring managers can trust immediately.

🍪 We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience on our website. By continuing to use this site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. You can review our Cookie Policy for more information.