Mechanical Design Engineer

If you're passionate about precision engineering, product development, and working on technology that makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience within a Mechanical Design or Product Development environment.
• Strong CAD experience, ideally using SolidWorks.
• Experience designing complex precision-engineered assemblies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product development methodologies.
• Experience producing engineering documentation, drawings, and BOMs.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Desirable Skills & Experience
• Scientific Instrumentation
• Semiconductor Equipment
• Precision Engineering
• Medical Devices
• Optical & Photonics Systems
• Vacuum Technology
• Advanced Manufacturing Equipment
• Aerospace Engineering
• Robotics & Automation
• ANSYS or other simulation tools
• High-voltage systems
• Electromechanical products
• New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Design for Manufacture (DFM)
• SAP R/3 or SAP S/4HANA
• Supplier management and technical liaison activities
• German language skills
• If you're passionate about precision engineering, product development, and working on technology that makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
• Kate Benyon, Lara Haslam, Suya Rolph

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex mechanical components, assemblies, and system modules.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and technical drawings using SolidWorks.
• Perform engineering calculations and analyses including:
• Tolerance stack-up analysis
• Strength and stress calculations
• Thermal analysis
• Space envelope studies
• Design verification activities
• Support the assembly, testing, and validation of prototypes and development rigs.
• Investigate technical issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement design improvements.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams to support Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) activities.
• Lead engineering changes and support product release into production.
• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineering documentation, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with suppliers and external development partners throughout the design process.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and help shape engineering processes and methodologies.
• Present technical findings and project updates to internal stakeholders and international project teams.
• What We're Looking For
• Essential Requirements
• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience within a Mechanical Design or Product Development environment.
• Strong CAD experience, ideally using SolidWorks.
• Experience designing complex precision-engineered assemblies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product development methodologies.
• Experience producing engineering documentation, drawings, and BOMs.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Desirable Skills & Experience
• Candidates with experience in any of the following industries are particularly encouraged to apply:
• Scientific Instrumentation
• Semiconductor Equipment
• Precision Engineering
• Medical Devices
• Optical & Photonics Systems
• Vacuum Technology
• Advanced Manufacturing Equipment
• Aerospace Engineering
• Robotics & Automation
• Additionally, experience with the following would be advantageous:
• ANSYS or other simulation tools
• High-voltage systems
• Electromechanical products
• New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Design for Manufacture (DFM)
• SAP R/3 or SAP S/4HANA
• Supplier management and technical liaison activities
• German language skills
• Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
• Kate Benyon, Lara Haslam, Suya Rolph