Job Description Summary

Sensata require a high calibre Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of our world-leading products. In this role, the engineer will work as part of a Global organisation, engaging with cross-functional teams to deliver results to a range of customers, including leading global automotive OEMs

Job Description

General Responsibilities

• Leverages engineering fundamentals and organization to make sound decisions on complex technical issues
• Detailed understanding of market and implications for business
• Proactively challenges and drives the organization to deliver improved quality and performance related to engineering design
• Product Strategy participant and driver
• Maintain product documentation (drawings and specifications)
• Direct interaction with customers to solicit product specifications requirements, schedule expectations and budget
• Corrosion research and welding characterization & has a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, mechanics, fluid, thermo and heat transfer
• Advanced knowledge of basic electrical circuits, microelectronic assembly, statistical methods, process control fundamentals and product test processes
• Familiarity with manufacturing methods welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding, machining, stamping, molding, and forming. Basic knowledge of core manufacturing processes
• Lead mechanical design activities while participating on cross-functional New Product Development (NPD) teams
• Assist with design prototype builds and production validation activities in collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and supply
• Familiarity with design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation in support of manufacturing operations such as machining, metal forming, plastics processing, welding and brazing, assembly, and material handling

Experience / Qualifications

• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers

Additional Job Description

• Lead development of market leading Sensor Products, including CAD design, prototyping, testing, production launch and customer technical support
• Interact with customers to solicit product specification requirements, define project schedules, drive and deliver on project execution in alignment with customer needs
• Lead engagement with existing and new suppliers, defining requirements and driving supplier on-time delivery and quality
• Work cross functionally within a global team to optimise designs for manufacturing, assembly and cost effectiveness
• Lead engineering engagement with test labs and production lines to validate and launch new products
• Support change management projects across a range of existing products with a global footprint

Essential Experience/Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Fluent in the use of English language
• Experience in 3D CAD packages & 2D drawing preparation
• Displays a high level of initiative, team working, research & problem-solving skills

Desirable:

• Experience in automotive industry and qualification processes
• Experience with SolidWorks, Catia and/or NX Modelling Packages
• Experience in the use of Engineering Tolerances and GD&T
• Experience designing for manufacturing processes including plastic moulding, metal forming, stamping, casting and forging
• Knowledge of engineering design processes e.g. DFMEA, Design for Six Sigma
• Understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM) systems
• Knowledge of sensor related electronics, their behaviour and mechanical failure modes

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Sensata is committed to the provision of training, development and promotion opportunities. A comprehensive Induction programme is also available to all our new employees.

Please note that all successful candidates must undergo a medical examination which includes a drugs test.

Skills:
3D CAD 2D drawing perparation Solidworks

Benefits:
hybrid pension private medical free car parking