Mechanical Design Engineer

Every life is unique and so are you!

At Dräger we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.

As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.

• Support and/or lead small to medium sized product modification projects from concept through to design and production release.
• Provide R&D support including proto type development on customer specific tenders.

• Identify and implement product design solutions to solve current product issues in manufacturing, material supply and at the customer.
• Assist with cost reduction projects that require R&D input.

All employees have a responsibility:

• to comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
• to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions
• to embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results

• Head of Engineering Excellence
  - Mechanical

• Approximal 8 people in direct team-based in Blyth, 21 people in the mechanical engineering and approximately 75 in the R&D department.

• Degree qualified or equivalent in mechanical engineering or mechanical design

• Design experience in either electro/mechanical enclosuresincludingsealing for harsh environments or pneumatic high-pressure systemsis essential.

• Experience in designing pneumatic systems - essential
• Demonstrated proficiency with Pro Engineer- desirable
• Experience in designing stamped, turned, and cast metalpart
  - Experience in designing plastic injection molded parts - desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, self-motivation, and team orientation.
• Demonstrated track record of consistently delivering goalson time.
• Experience of Six sigma and DFMA would be advantageous.
• Experience in designing to EN and international standards.
• Experience of working within the PPE safety industry(desirable) .

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days
• Flexi scheme
• Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Subsidised canteen
• Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle to Work
• Gym membership discounts – up to 25%
• Charity Giving scheme

We are open to flexible working and will consider a range of options, including adjustments to working hours, patterns, and location, depending on the needs of the role. If you have specific requirements, we encourage you to discuss them with us as part of the application process.

Dräger‘s dedication

At Dräger we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.

We ensure candidates with the required qualifications and experience will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All are welcome to apply!.