Mechanical Design Engineer

Intro

HWM Water

We specialise in the design and manufacture of monitoring and telemetry equipment for a range of utility networks, along with solutions for automated meter reading (AMR) and facility optimisation.

For over 30 years, our main focus has been on monitoring clean water and distribution systems. More recently, we have expanded into new sectors, including energy consumption monitoring, network performance tracking, and environmental monitoring for water, sewage, rivers, and flood management. Our solutions have had a significant impact in helping our clients save time, resources, energy, and costs.

As a mechanical design engineer with us, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that push the boundaries of innovation and contribute to the development of systems that protect vital resources. You’ll be part of a collaborative, dynamic environment where your expertise will directly influence the design and optimization of solutions that make a tangible difference in the world.

About the role

As a mechanical design engineer, you will be involved in the full design cycle of new product development from progressing conceptual design to detail design through to component manufacture, as well as supporting the existing product portfolio to create product variants, resolve any quality issues and implement any continuous improvement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Executing the processes for product design and development to ensure robustness, quality and reliability of product.
  
  
• create 3D models/assemblies to meet product specifications and comply with design requirements. Models are used for supplier component tooling.
  
  
• Creation of product labels to comply with relevant requirements/directives.
  
  
• Producing and presenting conceptual designs to various internal departments.
  
  
• Develop engineering concepts into detail designs following design review.
  
  
• Component/tool verification and validation through inspection, measurement & test to confirm conformity.
  
  
• Manufacture, assemble and test prototypes.
  
  
• Creation/modification of Bills of Materials including defining components based on product requirements/availability/cost.
  
  
• Hold review meetings with production to ensure designs are suitable for manufacture.
  
  
• Component approval for production manufacture.
  
  
• Specification of packaging methods for global markets.
  
  
• Raise and circulate Product Change Notifications.
  
  
• Oversee / produce work / installation instructions.
  
  
• Supporting the test department with test rig manufacture.
  
  Soft Skills
  
  Responsible attitude, professional approach to work
  
  
• Communicate appropriately with a range of audiences including peers, senior colleagues and specialists
  
  
• Ability to make sound judgements under pressure
  
  
• Excellent Time Management and organisational skills
  
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders
  
  
• Problem solving skills
  
  
• Attention to detail
  
  
• Competent technical skills
  
  
• The ability to work in a team and individually
  
  
• Organisational skills with the capability of working towards tight deadlines
  
  
• A passion for technology
  
  Technical Skills
  
  
• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering / Product Design or similar discipline
  
  
• Have an understanding of various materials and processes including (but not limited to), injection moulding, die casting, CNC, metal fabrication, additive manufacturing (3D printing) etc.
  
  
• Have an understanding of best design practices i.e. Design for Manufacture; Design for Assembly, etc.
  
  
• Have a practical and hands-on approach with regard to prototype manufacture / assembly and test
  
  
• Creation of product renderings and graphics using Keyshot/Adobe Photoshop.
  
  
• Use of PTC Creo Parametric (Preferred)
  
  What we Offer
  
  37.5 hours per week with core working hours and flexible options, including remote work. Office attendance is expected once a quarter or as needed. Benefits include 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, the option to purchase additional leave, a pension plan, a salary sacrifice car scheme, health coverage, parental leave, and an employee assistance program