Stannah is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company. Our products move people and goods in and around homes and buildings. We make life easier for people. We do this by improving access for greater convenience and independence.
Joseph Stannah founded the business in 1867. A lot has happened since then and today Stannah is a global business. The family is in their fifth generation and plays a hands-on role in running the business. Most people know us for our stairlifts. Our range of products includes lifts, escalators, and homelifts. We also provide maintenance and repair services.
Job DescriptionMechanical Design Engineer Jobs in Andover at Stannah's Dedicated Homelift Business - Join Our Team!
Stannah have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Engineering Department based at Pioneer Road, Andover.
This job will involve developing and improving mechanical design solutions for new and existing products, supporting manufacturing activities, maintaining engineering drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs), and ensuring designs comply with relevant product standards and safety requirements.
As the Mechanical Design Engineer, you will work 37 hours Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:45, Friday 08:00 to 13:00. This job is a permanent contract.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to contribute to innovative product development projects within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
To be successful as the Mechanical Design Engineer, it is essential that you have previous experience in mechanical design and development within a manufacturing environment. Experience in safety-critical products, ERP systems, and SolidWorks would be desirable.
Mechanical Design Engineer Responsibilities:
- Develop and improve mechanical design solutions for new and existing products.
- Support manufacturing by maintaining production drawings and engineering documentation.
- Manage and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), attend line trials, and support product changes.
- Produce technical documentation for production, installation, and service teams.
- Assess product safety and ensure designs meet required standards and compliance requirements.
Please see the full job description here: Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description
QualificationsMechanical Design Engineer Requirements:
- HNC, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience designing and developing mechanical or electro-mechanical components within a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency using CAD software, preferably SolidWorks, with a strong understanding of tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, material selection, FEA techniques, and BOM management.
If you have previous experience working as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Design Engineer, Product Design Engineer, or Development Engineer and are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer job in Andover, please click the "apply now" button or contact us for further information.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive Salary, paid on a monthly basis
- Profit Share Bonus Scheme - a proportion of Company earnings shared equally between all employees and paid out at regular intervals
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days
- Pension Scheme, matched contribution/salary sacrifice
- SimplyHealth Cash Plan which allows you to claim towards health costs such as dental and optical as well as physiotherapy, chiropody and flu vaccinations
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Long Service award scheme, with additional holiday benefit
- Company Benefits Discount and Rewards Scheme which includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out and more
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company Sick Pay
- Enhanced maternity and paternity provision
- Free onsite parking
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Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.
We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business.
We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community!
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role.
Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available.
Skills Required
- HNC, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Experience designing and developing mechanical or electro-mechanical components within a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency using CAD software
- Proficiency with SolidWorks
- Strong understanding of tolerance stack-up analysis
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and material selection
- Familiarity with FEA techniques
- Experience managing Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- Experience with safety-critical products and ERP systems
What We Do
Stannah is a global, family-owned manufacturing and engineering company founded in 1867. They specialize in the design, production, and service of mobility solutions, including stairlifts, homelifts, lifts, and escalators. Their mission is to make life easier, safer, and more accessible for everyone by improving access for greater convenience and independence through their range of products and maintenance services.
