Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

OverviewKAON Automation is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to excel in the field of automation.  KAON Automation have been providing custom designed automation solutions to leading manufacturing companies globally since 2005 and have a proven track record of providing innovative and flexible solutions.A successful candidate will work on challenging, innovative projects within a highly technical and collaborative working group.  As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer you will be responsible for the design and implementation of automated equipment.Key Responsibilities:Work within the design team to develop innovative concepts from customer requirements3D Design of Mechatronic equipment including mechanisms; transfer systems, servo systems, robotics, pneumatics, electrical equipment and machine guarding systems Hands on involvement at the build and de-bug stage to ensure designs meet performance specifications.Ability to take responsibility for large projects and manage cross functional terms through the life cycle of a projectGive guidance and direction to machine build technicians to help them realise designsensure that the customer end goals are being achieved.   Design and implement process improvements for existing automation equipmentPrepare detailed tooling drawings and pneumatic schematicsLiaise with suppliers for component procurementLiaising with customers on requirement specifications and project deliverablesPreparing detailed safety risk assessments and FMEAsDevelopment of machine documentation to meet EU standards   Meeting project delivery deadlinesExcellent communication skills are vital as you will have to work within a technical team and be expected to communicate on job specification and issues etc. that are occurring on a day-to-day basis.Key RequirementsEducated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline.Minimum 4 years relevant experience including:Involvement in significant automation projects with responsibility for design sign off, installation and commissioningExtensive experience in a machine design roleStrong experience using 3D CAD applications e.g. SolidWorksExcellent communication skills are vital to communicate effectively on job specification, technical direction, and issues daily.Must be a self-starter with good attention to detail, willing to take ownership and responsibility to realise project milestones and timelines.Must be keenly interested in engineering technology and remaining knowledgeable about the cutting edge of automation technology.Project management experience advantageousProven track record in problem solving and delivering solutionsDemonstrate ability to take initiative and be innovativeCurrent driving licence and able to travel as requiredSalary and BenefitsAttractive Salary Package.Pension SchemeTraining and development