Mechanical Design Engineer

This job will provide you with an opportunity to further your career alongside some of the best and most passionate technology experts from around the world in a leading company within the test, measurement and data analytics industry. You will be a strong contributor collaborating closely with colleagues from various business functions.

At HBK, we live up to our three values: Be True, Own It and Aim High. We believe in absolute integrity – it’s how we win for stakeholders, the environment and each other. We believe in teamwork and keeping our promises – to ourselves and others. Finally, we believe in being bold and positive. This is how we perform at our best and achieve greater success.

Mechanical Design engineer (m/f/d) for electronic enclosures

You are passionate about designing and are looking for a challenge in the development of "state-of-the-art" HBK measurement systems. You have a deep understanding of mechanics, are also interested in the field of electronics, and a driver of innovative ideas.

We work in small Scrum teams with developers from various European locations. These are cross-functional teams, so you will gain deep insights into your projects.

Your Task

• Housing design and development, including cooling systems

• Close collaboration with involved departments such as:

• Product Management (alignment of product requirements)

• Electronics development, including PCB layout

• Definition of manufacturing processes for our parts and components

• Prototype assembly and testing

• Support the pre-series during series introduction

• Creating the technical documentation ( BOMs, single part & Assembly drawings)

• Act as a team player in a Scrum team & drive process improvements independently

Your Profile

• Successfully completed studies in mechanical engineering, or a comparable field

• 2-3 years of professional experience in design and product development, ideally in housing development for electronics

• Basic knowledge of tool-based manufacturing processes such as injection molding, zinc and aluminum die-casting, and extrusion profiles

• Proficient with at least one common CAD tool, ideally SolidWorks

• High mechanical design affinity and a strong product understanding

• Initial experience in thermal simulation is desirable

• A basic understanding of agile development methods is an advantage

Personal Skills 

• Strong problem-solving skills and a responsible, analytical approach to work

• Excellent communication and social skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset 

• Ability to independently plan and prioritize task

• “Can do” mentality with a proactive attitude

• Willingness to travel occasionally (once a quarter)

• Good language skills in English

We Offer 

Freedom with responsibility is the framework for HBK’s employees. This allows for a good balance between work and family life and for constant development of professional and personal skills in an international and enjoyable working environment.

One company – HBK

On 1 January 2019, Brüel & Kjær and HBM merged their activities into a new company called HBK (Hottinger Brüel & Kjær). With more than 3,500 employees worldwide and production facilities in Denmark, Germany, the UK, the USA, China and Portugal and presence in 80 countries, HBK is a leading player in the test and measurement area. For further info please visit www.hbkworld.com.

HBK is a division of Spectris plc, a UK-based productivity-enhancing instrumentation and controls company serving leading aerospace, automotive, medical, and other customers. Spectris plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.