To play a key supporting role in the design and development of innovative products at OPD,

Apply mechanical engineering principles and first-principles thinking to support the development of technically robust product designs and engineering solutions
Create and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, technical drawings, and associated design documentation using SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software
Support prototype builds, testing activities, design verification programmes, and engineering investigations to evaluate and improve product performance
Select and apply appropriate engineering materials, including metals, polymers, elastomers, and composites, considering performance, manufacturability, cost, and project requirements
Contribute to the development of products designed for manufacture by applying knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, moulding, casting, additive manufacturing, and assembly
Design and specify common mechanical components and systems, including fasteners, bearings, mechanisms, seals, structural parts, and electromechanical assemblies
Perform engineering calculations, analyses, and investigations to identify issues, evaluate design options, and develop practical, cost-effective solutions
Prepare technical reports, specifications, presentations, and design documentation, communicating engineering information clearly to colleagues, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders
Manage assigned tasks and deliverables effectively, ensuring work is completed accurately, to a high standard, and within project timescales
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects, contributing engineering expertise throughout the product development process
Support a variety of client projects across different sectors, adapting quickly to new technologies, industries, and technical challenges within a consultancy environment.
Participate in hands-on engineering activities including prototype assembly, workshop tasks, testing, fault-finding, product development builds, and validation activities
Support project delivery by contributing to design reviews, client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning activities
Build strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and project teams, representing the company in a professional and collaborative manner

We're looking for a junior product design engineer with at least 2-3 years of product development experience, preferably gained in a consultancy environment, Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Design Engineering, or a related discipline
At least 2-3 years of product development experience, preferably gained in a consultancy environment
Hands-on engineering experience through projects, prototyping, testing, or workshop activities is highly valued
Use and knowledge of AI tools
[Desirable] Familiarity with FEA, CFD, or other engineering simulation tools
[Desirable] Experience with design for manufacture (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and tolerance stack-up analysis
[Desirable] Knowledge of product testing methodologies, experimental design, and root-cause investigation
[Desirable] Experience designing products for regulated industries such as medical devices, aerospace, defence, or respiratory protection
[Desirable] Experience working with electronics, sensors, motors, batteries, or electromechanical systems

At Oxford Product Design (OPD) we're on a mission to make things better. Better for the products we design, the clients we work with, our people working here, our planet, and everyone we connect with along the way.

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