Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Overview

Seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer specialized in Aluminium Pressure Die Casting tools and dies, responsible for designing and developing tooling solutions for manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and enhance Aluminium Pressure Die Casting tools and dies to meet production requirements.
• Design CNC machining, checking, and inspection fixtures to ensure precise component manufacturing and quality assurance.
• Manage new part development workflows starting from detailed drawing reviews through to securing production approval.
• Evaluate casting feasibility, conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM) assessments, and establish tooling concepts during design phases.
• Collaborate closely with tool suppliers to oversee tool fabrication, conduct trial runs, and implement necessary design modifications.
• Assist in die trial processes and troubleshoot any issues related to casting defects or dimensional non-conformities.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation including tool drawings, Bill of Materials (BOM), development records, and manage engineering change requests.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams such as Production, Quality, Procurement, and Customers throughout the New Product Development (NPD) cycle.
• Support core quality and product launch activities including Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and Control Plan implementation.

Required Skills and Expertise

• Proficient in Fusion 360 software is a mandatory requirement.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD is desirable, enhancing capability in 2D drawing preparation.
• Solid foundation in CAD/3D modeling and interpretation of 2D engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and engineering drawing standards.