Mechanical Engineer

Location: South West Germany

Company profile

Our client is a world leader in the provision of inspection and testing solutions and services for customers into a global market. Since their inception they have continually grown and expanded their business based on providing “best in class” technology and services to their customer base. At this point the company recognize the need to strengthen their structural and strategic policies going forward in line with their ambitious development plans. To facilitate this focus on improvement they are actively seeking to recruit several experienced individuals to take up key posts within their German based R & D team.

Candidate profile

• Third level degree in mechanical engineering or similar discipline
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in mechanical design
• Experience in pipeline inspection industry or comparable service-industry desirable
• Understanding of ILI (In-line inspection) procedures desirable
• Experience with 3D CAD programs, preferably SolidWorks
• Experience with PDM systems, preferably Profile
• Good theoretical knowledge in the field of technical mechanics
• Good MS Office skills
• Team spirit, structured working method and documentation skills

• Fluency in English and any knowledge of the German language would help.
• Comfortable working in an international team environment

Job Profile

• Calculation and designing of mechanical components and systems in the area of non-destructive testing using state-of-the-art IT tools such as CAD-SolidWorks, FEM, PDM and ERP-Systems
• Innovative optimization of existing systems and equipment by specifying and monitoring tests
• Intense interdisciplinary teamwork with related departments (electronic engineering, software...)
• Supervision of the manufacturing and assembly of prototypes
• Detailed design documentation

Salary scale: eu70-80k plus bonus (up to 20%), excellent benefits and flexible working hours