The Mechanical Engineer role sits within the Hardware team supporting the development of high-performance video and imaging processing products which are sold under the Vision4ce brand. The team deal with all aspects of electronics, electrical, systems, mechanical and thermal management for a range of video-focussed, ruggedised compute platforms targeting high-performance compute applications, video capture and tracking. Our products are focussed on practical solutions to real world scenarios.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for all mechanical and thermal aspects of the Vision4ce products. If you have a strong varied mechanical background, you’re a team player, and the type of person who likes to see their efforts result in products with a day-to-day use then Chess Dynamics is the place for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop designs for the effective packaging and thermal management of the company’s GRIP rugged computer and CHARM tracker products using SolidWorks 3D CAD software
• Mechanical lead within a small, mixed discipline, project team to produce quality design solutions in line with cost, time and quality requirements
• Lead and work in collaboration with the team to perform classical engineering analysis on designs, including thermal performance, stress, fatigue & vibration
• Perform lab testing for verification and conformance of design outputs to meet the design inputs.
• Be responsible for leading and developing engineering reports to support new product designs, failure investigation and any other formal documentation to support customer requirements
• Coordinate with wider engineering teams to develop and integrate electronic equipment into designs
• Manage engineering documentation in adherence to company quality procedures. Create and update design data, BOMs ECRs and other records ensuring accuracy.
• Provide support for the production, test and field engineering teams
• Work with project managers and sales teams to provide time estimates for design activities and keep appraised of progress
• Support and assist the Sales Team in producing bids, proposals and quotations/sales literature

Skills & Experience

• Be degree educated in Mechanical Engineering
• Be proficient in the use of SolidWorks 3D CAD system
• Have experience in the development of enclosures for electronics equipment
• Have a flair for innovation, new concept designs and a passion for mechanical engineering
• Have proven experience in the total design process from requirements capture to product introduction
• Have an understanding of the application of machining, casting, fabrication and moulding techniques
• Have am understanding of design for manufacture and ease of assembly
• Take the lead with responsibility for timely delivery of outputs within defined deadlines.
• Be able to communicate effectively with project stakeholders
• Be able to lead the technical activities of a project design team, controlling workload and design output

  Desirable

• Have experience in designing for use in harsh environments
• Have experience in the Defence industry or similar sectors (for example, scientific equipment manufacturers, special purpose machine builders or high-end customisation companies).
• Be familiar with the principles of document control, preferably using Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE platform for SolidWorks
• Proficient in performing engineering calculations
• Microsoft Office – Word, Excel

Personal Attributes

• Motivates oneself and able to manage own workload
• Able to liaise with customers verbally and in writing in an effective manner, producing reports and participating in formal design reviews.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship building skills.
• Have the ability to fit in and work well both in a team and in working autonomously when required.
• Demonstrates our company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Courage
• Highly organised and methodical approach, with an eye for detail
• Be flexible, conscientious, and with a diligent attitude
• Have a resilient and adaptable approach at all times

Work life balance:

• Lunchtime finishes on a Friday
• Hybrid / flexible working arrangements
• 28 days annual leave
• Christmas closure
• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%
• Income protection scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Assistance Programme gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service and physiotherapy consultations
• Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline
• Company shares incentive plan and save as you earn scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to wellbeing app and the additionof mental health support for all employees. Plus, regular activities across our sites to support and promote wellbeing
• Regular sports and social activities
• Reward platform (high street discounts, employee benefits, health, and wellbeing offerings).
• Excellent learning & development opportunities
• Great working environment with free, onsite car parking across all our locations

Security Clearance Requirements:

Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.