Mechanical Designer (Automotive Components)

Overview

In this role you will translate ideas into precision automotive component designs from prototype to production, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery targets. You’ll work closely with internal teams and suppliers to shape feasibility and optimise processes. The position focuses on driving NPI, PFMEA, and process documentation while supporting ramp-up and continuous improvement. It offers a hands-on design and manufacturing optimization context within a reputable auto components manufacturer.

Responsibilities

• Develop CAD concepts using CATIA V5 (surface, solid, 2D) based on data and packaging
• Provide design and manufacturing input to assess feasibility, cost, and capability; coordinate with teams and suppliers
• Lead design feasibility reviews and ensure conformance to standards
• Create detailed CAD models for prototype manufacture and approval
• Create/update Manufacturing Feasibility Report (MFR) at all project stages
• Develop/validate process flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, and SOPs for pre-production
• Manage prototype builds, liaising with suppliers, tooling, and manufacturing
• Oversee finalisation of designs for production release with GD&T and tolerance stacks
• Support production ramp-up and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Key requirements

• Experience as Mechanical Design/Engineer/Designer in engineering design and manufacturing
• Experience in NPI and process development
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 for 3D modeling and 2D drawings
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, datum structures, and manufacturing processes
• Degree or HND in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Production Engineering (or equivalent)
• Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, Lean methods
• Practical knowledge of automotive industry; Tier 1 or OEM experience
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and related quality management systems
• Excellent organizational skills and multi-project management

• excellent organizational skills
• multi-project management
• cross-functional collaboration
• CATIA V5 for 3D modelling and 2D drawings
• GD&T with datum structures
• PFMEA

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