Mechanical Design Engineer

Job purpose

Support project execution by developing mechanical designs, drawings, and BOMs that enable efficient fabrication, assembly, and production processes.

Key accountability areas

Project launch and initial preparation

• Attend project launch meetings and review mechanical scope, requirements, and constraints
• Prepare job files in accordance with departmental procedures
• Review contractual, technical, and specification documents related to mechanical design

Mechanical design and development

• Develop mechanical designs including enclosures, sheet metal parts, assemblies, and supporting structures
• Perform design calculations related to strength, material selection, and thermal considerations where applicable
• Ensure designs meet project specifications, standards, and manufacturing requirements

CAD modelling and drawing preparation

• Create 2D drawings and 3D models using approved design software
• Prepare fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and detailed part drawings
• Apply standard drawing practices including dimensions, tolerances, and material specifications

Drawing review and verification

• Review and verify mechanical drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and manufacturability
• Ensure all design requirements and constraints are reflected in final drawings
• Prepare and verify bills of materials (BOMs) aligned with design outputs and project requirements

Production coordination

• Coordinate with production teams to ensure designs are feasible for fabrication and assembly
• Support production planning by releasing drawings and material requirements in line with schedules
• Ensure alignment between BOMs, drawings, and production requirements

Technical support

• Provide technical support during fabrication, assembly, and testing stages
• Support resolution of design-related issues by reviewing and updating designs where required
• Coordinate with quality teams to ensure compliance with design specifications

Role accountability

HR proficiency

Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job.

Delivery

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-solving

Solve any related problems that arise and escalate any complex operational issues.

Quality

Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products, processes, or related activities.

Business process improvements

Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automation opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance

Comply with related policies, procedures, and work instructions.

Health, safety, and environment

Ensure compliance with relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products and services.

Academic qualification

Bachelor degree in mechanical engineering or any relevant field.

Work experience

4 to 6 years.

Technical / functional competencies

• Design specifications
• Design tools
• Mechanical design and integration