Job Description

Cardiff, UK


2799


Panasonic Manufacturing | Based on-site in Cardiff


Are you looking for a new opportunity that offers meaningful work with true purpose? We would love to welcome you to our multinational team! Your growth is our growth. We invest in your future by enhancing your skills and abilities through training opportunities and interesting challenges.



At Panasonic, we believe in the power of collaboration - only together can we continue to expand our innovative edge and exceed our customers' expectations. We are a powerful brand with a rich company culture, based on our 7 principles. It's not just about what we do, but how we do it. To fulfil our social responsibilities, we will continue to do what we have done for over 100 years - to enrich people's lives at home and at work, and move society forward.



PMUK's Home Appliance Division is looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join the R&D Mechanical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new and existing technology in line with customer requirements and for ensuring that project development objectives are met successfully. This position will provide comprehensive technical knowledge to aid in the resolution of issues and the completion of technical assignments. They will also provide support to the Project Engineers and Team Leader as required as well as mentoring and supporting other members of the Mechanical section with technical aspects of their work. This could include being in the role of Lead Project Engineer in one or more projects, which involves controlling and coordinating all aspects of the projects from concept to postproduction activities by managing the project team and liaising with all departments in the business. Projects should be implemented on time, to the budget set, and to the levels of expectation of all project stakeholders.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Control the design, development, and evaluation of new models from concept to mass production, ensuring they comply with the customer requirements, and liaising with other areas of R&D and other departments to ensure this is fulfilled. Provide technical expertise to resolve issues and coordinate development issues into areas of expertise with internal contacts, external suppliers and customers, toolmakers, and other Panasonic organisations. Mentor and support other members of the R&D Mechanical section with the technical aspects of their work. Support the Project Leaders and Team Leader to ensure relevant project based AQ and R&D documents (NCL, schedule table, BOMs, etc.) are completed in line with the required processes. Attend and contribute to relevant development meetings, both internal and external. Ensure that all stakeholders are fully informed as required by providing necessary technical information and updates on any new or ongoing issues, including appropriate responses and actions being taken. Fully assess historic problems and endeavour to eradicate them from future designs. Lead and support Engineers in this activity. Ensure all mechanical parts are available for sample builds according to agreed schedules. Support the Project Leaders and Team Leader in checking and issuing all associated drawings, specifications, and documents (e.g., component specs, assembly instructions, change point analysis, etc.). Provide evidence that the relevant customer, Panasonic, regional (e.g., EN), and general product safety directives are considered where appropriate. Consider new technology to improve and implement new R&D systems and processes, ensuring efficient product development and future improvement to product development. Support the Project Leader to ensure cost requirements for mechanical aspects of development are available when required including samples cost, mass production parts, and tooling cost. Support the Project Leader to create and maintain project plans and schedules for mechanical aspects of development. Support the Team Leader with the planning of work and allocation of tasks to the R&D Mechanical Design Engineers. Support with general testing and evaluation of appliances, assemblies, and components being developed in HAD R&D. Support the Team Leader with recruitment activities, where required.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Essential Requirements

Degree-level qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline plus five years of relevant industry experience, or least eight years of relevant industry experience in a similar role. Extensive experience in a design-led mechanical engineering role, preferably in a high-tech mass production-based company. High level of problem-solving skills with the ability to efficiently resolve technical issues. Highly experienced in component design (ideally both plastic and sheet metal). High level of understanding of manufacturing processes (ideally injection moulding and metal pressing). Experience in materials selection. Experience in managing projects. High level of 3D CAD skills (preferably CATIA V5 and ENOVIA).

Desirable Requirements

Highly experienced in assembly design. Highly experienced in drafting - dimensioning and tolerance. Experience in product and component evaluation. Knowledge of various quality system methodologies e.g., Lean, 5 Whys, Six Sigma, etc. Knowledge of simulation tools e.g., CFD and FEA.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Working Hours:

07:45 - 16:30 Monday - Thursday, 07:45 - 13:30 Friday.

Flexi-time system. Company pension contributions of up to 10%. Early finish on a Friday. Free parking on site. Annual leave entitlement of 24 days (+ bank holidays), increasing up to 30 (+ bank holidays) with service. Death in service benefit of 4x annual salary. Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, bereavement, adoption, surrogacy, and sickness. Fuel card with UK Fuels, providing discounted rates at the pump. Employee Assistance Programme. Long Service Awards. On-site canteen. Exclusive 'Staff Sales' site for Panasonic products. Training and development opportunities. 'Refer a Friend' recruitment scheme.

ABOUT US

Panasonic is one of the largest and leading electronic product manufacturers in the world. The depth and variety of our research capabilities, manufacturing expertise, high quality and sophisticated products have remained strong since 1918. Our mission is to create the Panasonic business of "tomorrow." By integrating business, technology, and creativity, we will realize ideal lifestyles and societies solving social issues globally. Learn more about Sustainability at Panasonic.

Panasonic Manufacturing UK Ltd.

(known as PMUK) established itself in Cardiff in 1974 and has prided itself on providing quality products to provide enhanced living for our customers, always making people central to our activities. Focusing on our innovative electronics technology, we strive to provide a wide variety of products, systems, and services in various spaces and areas, such has homes, communities, businesses, and automobiles.

PMUK

is currently home to the

Home Appliance Division (HAD)

, which focuses on the cooking appliance market and is specifically involved in the design, development, and production of high-quality microwave ovens.



Within Panasonic, we are guided by our Basic Business Philosophy. In our efforts to put this Philosophy into practice, our Panasonic Leadership Principles provide a set of behavioural guidelines for each and every employee to follow. Candidates are advised that both the Basic Business Philosophy and the Panasonic Leadership Principles may be part of the interview process.



Please find here more information about Panasonic as an employer.

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Fairness and equality are in our DNA. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where people feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We want to ensure that our people are respected for who they are as individuals, valued for what they do and celebrated for their contribution to our business and our community. We are committed to promoting inclusion for the success of our business.



Panasonic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability, or any other characteristics.
YOUR CONTACT TO HR


Elin Grey


Human Resources Advisor

PMUK Human Resources