VAVE Mechanical Engineer

Linx Printing Technologies Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of coding solutions is seeking a VAVE Mechanical Engineer to create innovative cost-saving solutions while ensuring quality. This role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 2 years of industry experience. Key responsibilities include executing technical savings projects and participating in design reviews. An appreciation for manufacturing techniques and experience with CAD tools like PTC Creo is essential. The position is based in St. Ives with a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Opportunity to grow expertise

Collaborative diverse team environment

Joining a successful company

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years industry experience.
• Willingness to go to the office a minimum of 3 days per week.
• Appreciation of manufacturing techniques, e.g., sheet metal processing.
• Experience with mechanical CAD tools like Creo or SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Identification & execution of technical savings projects.
• Participation in internal and supplier VAVE workshops.
• Create design concepts and final production parts.
• Participation in design review and DFMEA sessions.
• Safely prototype and test design concepts.

Skills

Technical savings projects execution

Mechanical CAD tools

Design review participation

Prototyping

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo

PTC Windchill PLM

Job description

VAVE Mechanical Engineer

Location: St Ives, Cambridgeshire

Reporting to the Electronics Engineer and VAVE Lead, the VAVE Mechanical Engineer is responsible for creating and delivering innovative solutions specific to technical cost‑reduction projects without sacrificing quality.

Desired qualities and benefits:

• Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project.
• Collaborating with a vibrant, diverse, global team.
• Joining a company with a proven track record of success and an exciting future.

Responsibilities

• Identification & execution of technical savings projects to meet annual incremental targets.
• Participate in internal and supplier VAVE workshops to identify cost savings opportunities and eliminate waste through the entire value stream.
• Create design concepts and final production parts using PTC Creo and PTC Windchill PLM software, including technical drawings and 3D models, detailing with GD&T.
• Participate and own design review and DFMEA sessions to drive robust and reliable designs.
• Safely prototype and test design concepts, following safe practices and maintaining records using ECN, version control and other engineering standard work.

Qualifications

• Willingness to go to the office a minimum of 3 days per week.
• Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of 2 years industry experience.
• Appreciation of manufacturing techniques and principles, e.g., sheet metal processing, injection moulding, and composite manufacturing.
• Experience with mechanical CAD tools, e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor, or other CAD/Document Management System.
• Experience with PLM systems, such as PTC Windchill PLM.
• Good engineering skill (theoretical and practical) to conduct design & analyses of mechanical systems.

Linx Printing Technologies is a leading global provider of coding and marking solutions for date and batch coding of products and packaging across manufacturing industries. The company is part of the Veralto group, dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods.

Linx values diversity and believes that a diverse workforce brings unique perspectives. All individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of background.