Mechanical engineering manager

Mechanical Engineering Manager The Mechanical Engineer to be an integral part of the Product Engineering Team. Joining a growing multi-disciplinary team supporting the design and development of world leading head up display (HUD) products and technology, you will be working together with other disciplines to produce design solutions that arise from new product design, customer requests, and other activities including test, verification and production engineering. Duties and responsibilities * Work head the product development team to ensure the product rsquo;s mechanical design is developed in accordance to specification and customer requirements, and to schedule. * Initiate and instill rigorous best-practice mechanical development processes for automotive. Drive design optimization and quality. * Support automotive development processes, with familiarity of APQP and design validation steps. Take part in and conduct mechanical design reviews and test plans. * Work with contract manufacturing to ensure the design progressively matures in the development process, from cost, manufacturability and quality perspectives. * Oversee mechanical testing and validation. Support quick-response trouble shooting, and in-depth RCA, executing corrective actions as needed. * Some national and international travel may be required. Key skills required to be considered for this role: * Up to 5 years experience working and leading a mechanical design team of developing ldquo;high-technology rdquo; automotive products from concept design to mass production. * Skilled user of CAD systems (CATIA or Solidworks preferred). Working in PDM/PLM environments expected. * GD T skills expected. Good knowledge and evidence of designing to very tight tolerances. Creating, reviewing and approving mechanical drawings. * Expert knowledge of materials selection (high performance plastics, metals) from both cost and performance perspectives. * Familiar with state-of-the-art manufacturing methods (including advanced processes and tooling knowledge). DFM and Lean understanding. * Track record of bringing designs successfully through the automotive development cycle. Familiarity with APQP processes. * Experience of automotive test and validation procedures and evidence of troubleshooting and finding rapid solutions. * Ability to develop jigs and fixtures to test product features and performance. * Education: Mechanical or General Engineering, or a related technical degree. Desirable * Knowledge of opto-mechanical design and experience working on display systems is a big plus. * Experience outsourcing designs to contract manufacturers. * Design and simulation for thermal management. * Experience for rapid prototyping and 3D printing for quick turnaround of concepts and prototypes. * Familiarity with different project management methodologies