Mechanical Design Engineer

KO2 is working with a highly innovative manufacturing organisation in Newtownabbey, looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team. This is a key technical role, taking ownership of market-leading sensor product development from concept through to production launch, with exposure to customers across a global footprint.

You’ll design and develop a range of advanced sensor products, working cross-functionally within an international engineering team. It's a hands‑on role combining CAD design, supplier engagement, customer interaction, and manufacturing optimisation — ensuring delivery against customer specifications, quality standards, and project timelines.

• Lead product development including CAD design, prototyping, validation testing, and production launch
• Provide technical support to customers throughout the product lifecycle
• Engage directly with customers to define specifications and agree project schedules
• Lead engagement with suppliers, defining technical requirements and driving delivery and quality performance
• Work cross-functionally to optimise designs for manufacturing, assembly, and cost efficiency
• Lead engineering validation activities with test labs and production lines
• Support change management initiatives across existing products globally

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• 5+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong 3D CAD experience and 2D drawing preparation
• Initiative, strong teamwork, research capability, and problem-solving skills

• Automotive industry experience and associated qualification processes
• Solid Works, CATIA, and/or NX experience
• Strong knowledge of engineering tolerances and GD&T
• Design for manufacturing experience (plastic moulding, metal forming, stamping, casting, forging)
• Knowledge of DFMEA / Design for Six Sigma
• Understanding of sensor-related electronics, behaviour, and mechanical failure modes

• Exposure to global customers and cross-functional teams
• Career progression in a growing, technically advanced organisation

If you're a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a technically challenging role in a forward‑thinking manufacturing business, we'd welcome your application.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, get in touch with KO2 with your CV.