Mechanical Engineer
Key Responsibilities:
Design & Development: Develop mechanical designs for various projects, including HVAC systems, piping, structural components, and mechanical assemblies, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and industry standards.
Project Support: Collaborate with project teams to provide mechanical engineering input on design, specification, and execution of mechanical systems.
Analysis & Calculations: Perform mechanical system calculations (e.g., stress analysis, thermal analysis, fluid dynamics) to ensure systems are optimized for performance, safety, and efficiency.
Prototyping & Testing: Oversee the development and testing of prototypes and components, conducting mechanical testing to validate designs before full-scale production.
Documentation: Produce and maintain detailed engineering documentation including technical specifications, CAD drawings, reports, and procedures.
Vendor & Supplier Liaison: Work closely with suppliers and manufacturers to source components, ensuring cost-effective solutions and quality compliance.
Health & Safety: Ensure designs and installations meet relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, including conducting risk assessments and adhering to safety protocols.
Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to enhance mechanical systems, improve efficiency, and reduce costs through design modifications or process improvements.
Required Qualifications:
Degree: A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related field) from a recognized institution.
Experience: 3-5 years of professional experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in [specific industry, e.g., building services, industrial systems, manufacturing, etc.].
Software Skills: Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor) and mechanical design tools; knowledge of simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL) is a plus.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical systems design, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and material science.
Project Management: Experience in supporting or managing the technical aspects of mechanical engineering projects from design to completion.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical systems.
Desired Skills and Attributes:
Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high standards of work.
Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team, while also being able to take initiative when required.
Attention to Detail: High attention to detail in design and implementation, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with standards.
Certifications: Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) with Engineers Ireland is an advantage.
Continuous Learning: Eagerness to stay up to date with emerging trends in mechanical engineering and industry standards.