Mechanical Design Engineer
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Thermoteknix is establishing a new Production Engineering team within R&D to transition products from development into robust, scalable manufacturing.
The Mechanical Engineer will play a role in ensuring mechanical aspects of new and existing products are optimised for manufacture, test, assembly, and long-term production support. This role covers production process development, fixture and jig design, documentation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing capability.
Key Responsibilities
New Product Introduction & Transfer to Manufacturing
- Support the structured transfer of products from R&D into engineering and manufacturing.
- Ensure mechanical designs are suitable for production through DFM/DFA reviews.
- Lead mechanical workstreams within NPI projects, ensuring readiness for build and scale.
- Collaborate with design engineers to finalise manufacturable mechanical solutions.
Production Engineering Development
- Design and develop mechanical assembly fixtures, test jigs, tooling, and support equipment.
- Define and document mechanical build procedures, assembly instructions, and production workflows.
- Establish repeatable and controlled manufacturing processes for mechanical sub-assemblies.
Continuous Improvement & Manufacturing Optimisation
- Drive improvements in manufacturing efficiency, quality, and repeatability for products already in production.
- Identify opportunities to streamline mechanical assembly processes and reduce build time.
- Support cost-reduction initiatives through design refinement and improved production methods.
- Implement engineering change solutions to enhance manufacturability and reliability.
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