Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

1 year fixed term industrial placement

What to expect day to day:

As a Placement student at Camlin, you will be part of a skilled and dedicated engineering team, working on the design and development of innovative electro-mechanical products. This placement provides a hands-on opportunity to gain practical experience in delivering cost-effective mechanical design solutions, supporting both new product development and enhancements to existing products. You will be involved in a variety of tasks, from testing and evaluating mechanical designs to collaborating with other engineering functions. This role is ideal for a mechanical engineering student looking to develop their skills in a professional, real-world environment.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with engineers to develop, test, and evaluate mechanical and electro-mechanical designs in accordance with Camlin's New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
• Apply engineering principles to solve design challenges and evaluate products, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Assist in selecting mechanical components based on technical requirements and help create detailed engineering drawings (parts, assemblies, and wiring diagrams).
• Support the creation and maintenance of Bills of Materials and work alongside the Purchasing team to identify suitable suppliers.
• Help ensure products perform consistently in specified environments and meet quality and customer expectations.
• Contribute to design reviews, test plans, and the creation of technical specifications.
• Assist with Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DFM, DFA) techniques to ensure cost-effective and efficient designs.
• Work with limited supervision while planning and prioritizing your tasks.
• Gain experience writing technical reports, proposals, and providing estimates for engineering costs and timelines.

Essential Criteria:

• Currently studying for a degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related field).
• Passion for mechanical design, with a strong understanding of engineering principles.
• Familiarity with CAD software (Solid Edge or similar), including creating 3D parts, assemblies, and detailed 2D drawings.
• Basic knowledge of assembly techniques, manufacturing processes, and design practices.
• Ability to contribute to problem-solving and handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with team members and other departments.

 Our Values

• We work together - We know that working collaboratively will help us reach our shared goals faster, so we always look for ways to help each other.
• We believe in people - Here at Camlin, our people are central to what we do and what we can achieve. And as we move towards becoming industry and customer 'partners' that's even more important. We trust our team members to do their best and be supportive.
• We won't accept the 'way it's always been done' - Since Camlin's inception, we've been curious, inquisitive and always want to improve. Thinking differently is in our DNA and we love solving tough challenges.
• We listen to learn - Whether it's our customers, our markets, or each other, we ask questions and listen to the answers so we can learn and improve.
• We're trying to do the right thing - We take responsibility for our actions and take decisions based on what's right for people, profit, and planet.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Individuals seeking employment at Camlin are considered without regards to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.