Overview
KAON Automation is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to excel in the field of automation. KAON Automation have been providing custom designed automation solutions to leading manufacturing companies globally since 2005 and have a proven track record of providing innovative and flexible solutions.
A successful candidate will work on challenging, innovative projects within a highly technical and collaborative working group. As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer you will be responsible for the design and implementation of automated equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work within the design team to develop innovative concepts from customer requirements
* 3D Design of Mechatronic equipment including mechanisms; transfer systems, servo systems, robotics, pneumatics, electrical equipment and machine guarding systems
* Hands on involvement at the build and de-bug stage to ensure designs meet performance specifications.
* Ability to take responsibility for large projects and manage cross functional terms through the life cycle of a project
* Give guidance and direction to machine build technicians to help them realise designs
* ensure that the customer end goals are being achieved.
* Design and implement process improvements for existing automation equipment
* Prepare detailed tooling drawings and pneumatic schematics
* Liaise with suppliers for component procurement
* Liaising with customers on requirement specifications and project deliverables
* Preparing detailed safety risk assessments and FMEAs
* Development of machine documentation to meet EU standards
* Meeting project delivery deadlines
* Excellent communication skills are vital as you will have to work within a technical team and be expected to communicate on job specification and issues etc. that are occurring on a day-to-day basis.
Key Requirements
* Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Minimum 4 years relevant experience including:
* Involvement in significant automation projects with responsibility for design sign off, installation and commissioning
* Extensive experience in a machine design role
* Strong experience using 3D CAD applications e.g. SolidWorks
* Excellent communication skills are vital to communicate effectively on job specification, technical direction, and issues daily.
* Must be a self-starter with good attention to detail, willing to take ownership and responsibility to realise project milestones and timelines.
* Must be keenly interested in engineering technology and remaining knowledgeable about the cutting edge of automation technology.
* Project management experience advantageous
* Proven track record in problem solving and delivering solutions
* Demonstrate ability to take initiative and be innovative
* Current driving licence and able to travel as required
Salary and Benefits
* Attractive Salary Package.
* Pension Scheme
* Training and development