Mechanical Design Engineer
ITM Power
Location: Sheffield
Direct Applications Only - No Agency Applicants at this time
Building on more than two decades of science led research and development, ITM Power designs and manufactures pioneering PEM electrolysers that produce green hydrogen. This helps pave the way to a cleaner economy by enabling industry to decarbonise.
As the first hydrogen related company to be listed on the London Stock Exchange, it’s no exaggeration to say that we’re globally recognised experts in our field.
In recent years, interest in green hydrogen has increased rapidly worldwide. To help meet demand and accelerate global progress towards net-zero, we have scaled up at speed.
In 2021, we opened our cutting-edge factory at Bessemer Park, Sheffield, representing a step-change in our ambition as a business.
Why join us
Our business is entering a significant period of transition, a pivotal stage of its development to scale its business while advancing its organisational culture towards a highly focused delivery company.
You will be working with an inspiring bunch of people, who all share our desire, commitment and ambition to succeed. Our talented team of individuals display energy and enthusiasm with the ability to adapt to ever evolving business needs, encouraging each other to be the best we can. We’ve come a long way, join us to play a key role in the next step of our incredible journey!
What are we looking for
We currently have an opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our mechanical design team to work on balance of plant design as well as R&D activities. The role will report directly to the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer and will be based from our Sheffield City Centre Office.
Responsibilities
- Represent the mechanical team at design reviews.
- Modelling, drawing and BOM creation / maintenance and R&D related activities.
- Administration of change notes and supporting business processes.
- Developing solutions from concept stage through to production handover.
- To support the Senior Mechanical Design Engineers and Lead Mechanical Design Engineer in all activities to grow the knowledgebase, best practice, and continuous development principles of the mechanical design team.
About You
Knowledge and Experience
- Be educated to degree level or equivalent, preferably in mechanical engineering with at least 3 years post-graduate experience.
- Have considerable experience using SolidWorks, including PDM Vault operation, or similar, in addition, experience of AutoCAD / Draftsight.
- Knowledge of parametric modelling practices.
- Have a solid understanding of bills of materials structures, including metadata used within Solidworks, as well as part numbering systems.
- Experience with both PFD and P&ID schematics, components and routing.
- Be able to produce manufacturing and assembly drawings, including top level GA drawings, with attention to detail on GD&T, presentation and sufficient knowledge to challenge design decisions. Ability to use supplier datasheets to engineer reliable CAD models and correct selection of equipment.
- Ability to execute projects and work autonomously, or with minimal supervision.
- Have experience of designing pipe work systems, including pumps, valves and fittings. In addition, good knowledge of fabrication design including welding, sheet metal, box section construction etc.
- Fluid hydraulics comprehension, including pressure drop appreciation and good practice design. Knowledge of pressure head, flow, velocity, pump operation, filtering & flow control etc.
- Methodical approach to problem solving from mechanical first principles, regarding Solidworks software as well as root cause analysis and improvement initiatives. To be able to demonstrate understanding and communication of these solutions. Analytical mind set.
- Ability to look at forensic evidence on failed components, and determine probable failure modes. FMEA comprehension.
- Strong understanding of change note applications and implications, including the administration of non-conformances.
- To be able to support the suppliers with manufacturing queries as well as shop floor staff with drawing and design queries. Understanding of engineering materials and production techniques.
- Ability to use hand tools for R&D related activities.
- Ability to collect empirical data and compare with theoretical data, interpreting the results between both, preparing info graphics such as pie charts and graphs to explain physical behaviour.
Highly advantageous:
- To be able to evaluate parts and processes for cost efficiency and reliability.
- To have a working knowledge of pressure equipment, pressure vessels and the PED.
- To have a working knowledge of product design and compliance with the machinery directive, and creating product design specifications.
- Experience of stress analysis and proving calculations, including FEA packages.
- To have familiarity with the ATEX directives and hazardous area classifications.
- To have familiarity with a manufacturing environment including BOMs and MRP.
- Knowledge and experience of Swagelok.
- Knowledge of lean design principles, six sigma etc.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate well in all environments around the company.
- Extremely competent in MS Office packages, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams. Ability to use and find information on SharePoint portal.
- Strong time management skills, including prioritisation management.
What can we offer you
Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays and a wider range of benefits including:
- Buy as you earn (BAYE) share scheme
- Birthday holiday
- Holiday Purchase
- Cycle to work scheme
- Lifestyle Discounts
- Free flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health Cash Plan
- Eye Care
- Gym Scheme
- Life assurance
- Enhanced Parental Leave
- Motor Save Scheme
- Tech Save Scheme
- Free fruit, tea and coffee
- Free onsite parking including free electric car charging points
We know your career is important to you, it’s important to us too, which is why we also offer opportunities for you to grow and develop your career. If you are looking to join a growing, dynamic business and want to be part of our amazing team we would love to hear from you.
Our success is driven by the exceptional diversity of our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we encourage our employees to learn and grow, fuelled by mutual respect in a place where ideas flow and thrive.