Electric Actuators Product Design Engineer

MPI are looking for a Permanent Electric Actuators Product Design Engineer, for our client based in Milton Keynes

Contract – Permanent

Salary - Up to £47,000 depending on experience

Life assurance

Private medical cover

25 days holiday including a holiday trading scheme and more
 

Overview

The Technical Centre is currently expanding, providing growth opportunities for those who join, with a particular focus on Electric Actuators design.

The client, a market leader in pneumatic and automation technology, where innovation and customer satisfaction is at the forefront of what they do, are offering a unique opportunity to become part of a global Technical Development team, if you’re looking for a new challenge with a career development path, get in touch now.

The Role

Seeking an engineer that is able to design and develop new and bespoke Electric Actuators.

In this role, you will also be responsible for:

• Supporting mechanical designs and prototypes
• Supporting technical inquiries and investigating product claims
• Producing detailed technical documentation
• Conducting product and prototype testing using various tools, such as PLCs
• Developing and delivering training to internal and external associates
• Researching market and technology trends.

Must have

• A degree or HND qualification – Mechanical, electromechanical or mechatronics engineering
• Minimum 1 year relevant work experience with SolidWorks (or similar) designing mechanical components or assemblies for industrial machinery
• Strong mechanical and general electrical engineering knowledge.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as you will be required to write detailed technical reports and product documentation
• The ability to occasionally travel abroad to support customers with our product, research exhibitions for market trends, and join in-person meetings.

Desirable, but not essential skills:

• Over 3 years of experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD systems
• Strong knowledge of electrical motion control for industrial applications
• Strong understanding of design and manufacturing standards
• Technical product support experience
• Experience with planning and managing projects
• European or Japanese language skills

The Selection Process:

Upon application, candidates will be asked to undertake some online testing, a first interview online, and lastly a second interview face-to-face, onsite at clients Offices.