Job Dimensions
The role will be based in Harlow 5 days per week.
This role sits within the Design & Development function, supporting the design and delivery of low voltage electrical products for a range of industrial sectors.
The Electro-Mechanical Design Engineer works cross-functionally with Production, Quality, and Technical Sales to ensure designs are manufacturable, compliant, and meet customer requirements, contributing across the full product lifecycle within an ISO 9001 environment.
Key Accountabilities
These will include
Design and develop sheet metal enclosures, structural components, and integrated electro-mechanical assemblies for low voltage (LV) power distribution systems, ensuring compliance with product specifications and industry standards.
Produce accurate 2D and 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings, including tolerancing, to support manufacturing and assembly requirements.
Create, maintain, and control Bills of Materials (BOMs), ensuring accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with procurement requirements.
Support prototype builds, product testing, and validation activities, including troubleshooting and design iterations where required.
Generate clear and comprehensive manufacturing documentation, including assembly instructions, fabrication details, and design specifications.
Ensure all design activities comply with ISO 9001 standards, internal engineering processes, and relevant electrical and safety regulations.
Provide ongoing technical support to manufacturing teams, resolving design queries and improving manufacturability and build efficiency.
Liaise with suppliers to support component selection, technical clarification.
Contribute to new product introduction (NPI) activities, supporting the transition from design to full production.
Drive continuous improvement by refining design standards, processes, and best practices across the engineering function.
The organisation reserves the right to require the job holder to perform duties outside of this job description where appropriate, provided such duties are reasonable and within the scope of the role.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
Qualifications
Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering (preferably electrical).
Proven work experience as an Electro-Mechanical Design Engineer or similar role
Skills
Experience in electro-mechanical design of electrical distribution equipment.
Experience with diagnostic, test, and repair processes
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Good communication skills and the ability to explain technical details to a non-technical audience
The ability to work with software/hardware engineers to design and debug systems
Essential Knowledge
Proficiency in Onshape CAD or 3D CAD similar software.
Knowledge of low voltage electrical protection and switchgear.
Behavioural Competencies
Methodical approach to problem solving
Excellent attention to Detail
Able to work effectively to meet agreed timescales having considered and planned the project activities
Able to work independently or within a team
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Well organised
Proactive
Good interpersonal skills with a pleasant and can-do attitude
Continuous Improvement Mindset
Key Accountabilities
These will include
Design and develop sheet metal enclosures, structural components, and integrated electro-mechanical assemblies for low voltage (LV) power distribution systems, ensuring compliance with product specifications and industry standards.
Produce accurate 2D and 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings, including tolerancing, to support manufacturing and assembly requirements.
Create, maintain, and control Bills of Materials (BOMs), ensuring accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with procurement requirements.
Support prototype builds, product testing, and validation activities, including troubleshooting and design iterations where required.
Generate clear and comprehensive manufacturing documentation, including assembly instructions, fabrication details, and design specifications.
Ensure all design activities comply with ISO 9001 standards, internal engineering processes, and relevant electrical and safety regulations.
Provide ongoing technical support to manufacturing teams, resolving design queries and improving manufacturability and build efficiency.
Liaise with suppliers to support component selection, technical clarification.
Contribute to new product introduction (NPI) activities, supporting the transition from design to full production.
Drive continuous improvement by refining design standards, processes, and best practices across the engineering function.
The organisation reserves the right to require the job holder to perform duties outside of this job description where appropriate, provided such duties are reasonable and within the scope of the role.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
Qualifications
Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering (preferably electrical).
Proven work experience as an Electro-Mechanical Design Engineer or similar role
Skills
Experience in electro-mechanical design of electrical distribution equipment.
Experience with diagnostic, test, and repair processes
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Good communication skills and the ability to explain technical details to a non-technical audience
The ability to work with software/hardware engineers to design and debug systems
Essential Knowledge
Proficiency in Onshape CAD or 3D CAD similar software.
Knowledge of low voltage electrical protection and switchgear.
