Mechanical Design Engineer

Panasonic Manufacturing | Based on-site in Cardiff

Mechanical Design Engineer
Cardiff, UK
2800

Are you looking for a new opportunity that offers meaningful work with true purpose? We would love to welcome you to our multinational team! Your growth is our growth. We invest in your future by enhancing your skills and abilities through training opportunities and interesting challenges.

At Panasonic, we believe in the power of collaboration — only together can we continue to expand our innovative edge and exceed our customers’ expectations. We are a powerful brand with a rich company culture, based on our 7 principles. It's not just about what we do, but how we do it. To fulfill our social responsibilities, we will continue to do what we have done for over 100 years: enrich people’s lives at home and at work, and move society forward.

PMUK's Home Appliance Division is looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join the R&D Mechanical team. The successful candidate will operate within a project team, taking technical responsibility for design, development, and evaluation tasks, ensuring that project objectives are met. This role involves providing technical support, resolving issues, mentoring junior team members, and contributing to project success.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

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• Control the design, development, and evaluation of components and assemblies for new and existing models from concept to mass production, ensuring compliance with customer requirements.
  
• Apply technical knowledge to resolve issues and coordinate development activities with internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Support project documentation and schedule management, including BOMs and project plans.
  
• Ensure timely availability of mechanical parts for sample builds.
  
• Participate in development meetings, providing technical updates and solutions.
  
• Support testing and evaluation of appliances, assemblies, and components.
  
• Mentor and support junior Mechanical Design team members.
  
• Address historic problems to improve future designs.
  
• Ensure compliance with safety directives and cost requirements.
  
• Consider new technologies to improve R&D systems and processes.
  

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Essential Requirements

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• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience (3+ years industry experience or 5+ years relevant experience).
  
• Strong problem-solving skills.
  
• Component design experience (plastic and sheet metal preferred).
  
• Understanding of manufacturing processes (injection molding, metal pressing).
  
• High proficiency in 3D CAD (preferably CATIA V5 and ENOVIA).
  

Desirable Requirements

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• Assembly design experience.
  
• Drafting skills including dimensioning and tolerancing.
  
• Materials selection experience.
  
• Product and component evaluation experience.
  
• Knowledge of project management and quality methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
  
• Experience with simulation tools (CFD, FEA).
  

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Working Hours: 07:45 – 16:30 Monday – Thursday, 07:45 – 13:30 Friday.

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• Flexi-time system.
  
• Company pension contributions up to 10%.
  
• Early finish on Fridays.
  
• Free parking on site.
  
• Annual leave of 24 days (+ bank holidays), increasing with service.
  
• Death in service benefit of 4x salary.
  
• Enhanced pay for various family and health-related leaves.
  
• Fuel card with discounted rates.
  
• Employee Assistance Programme.
  
• Long Service Awards.
  
• On-site canteen.
  
• Exclusive 'Staff Sales' site.
  
• Training and development opportunities.
  
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme.
  

ABOUT US

Panasonic is a leading electronics manufacturer with a history dating back to 1918. Our mission is to create the Panasonic business of "tomorrow" by integrating business, technology, and creativity to realize ideal lifestyles and societies. Learn more about Sustainability at Panasonic.

Established in Cardiff in 1974, Panasonic Manufacturing UK Ltd. (PMUK) focuses on quality products that enhance living. Our Home Appliance Division designs, develops, and produces high-quality microwave ovens. We are guided by our Basic Business Philosophy and Leadership Principles, which may be discussed during interviews.

+ DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued. Panasonic is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.

YOUR CONTACT TO HR

Elin Grey
Human Resources Advisor
PMUK Human Resources

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