Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

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.Additional Job Description

Role Specific Responsibilities:

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 Criteria:

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 Criteria:

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