Mechanical Engineer; PPEWearable Hardware Focussed

Job title:

Mechanical Engineer Wearable Systems & Certification

Location:

Reading UK (Hybrid)

ABOUT XYZ REALITY

XYZ Reality are the creators of the worlds first and only engineering-grade Augmented Reality solution purpose built for the construction industry. Not only have we created this holographic technology that sits within The Atom a smart site-safe headset/hardhat but we implement it on projects utilising the power of AR to ensure that all schemes are completed in line with delivery timescales and budgets.

XYZ has grown to over 100 staff across the UK US & Europe and is working with Mission Critical organisations & construction companies to successfully deliver major projects.

THE ROLE

XYZ Reality is developing the next generation of wearable augmented reality products for the construction industry helmet-mounted systems that must perform reliably in some of the most demanding industrial environments in the world.

We are looking for a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our Hardware team and take a hands-on role in designing certifying and delivering these products. Working closely with our Senior Mechanical Engineer and a multidisciplinary R&D team youll be involved across the full product development cycle from concept and prototyping through certification manufacturing readiness and production transition.

This is a role for someone who is practical detail-oriented and passionate about building innovative physical products someone who takes ownership gets into the workshop as readily as they get into CAD and wants to see their engineering make a real-world difference.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and develop helmet-mounted AR systems and accessories using Solid Works producing 3D models assemblies engineering drawings and full production documentation to a high standard.

Support ANSI Type II and EN397 certification programmes designing for compliance from the outset coordinating with certification bodies and testing laboratories and supporting environmental drop impact vibration and ingress testing activities.

Integrate sensor systems batteries antennas optics cameras and electronics into compact wearable platforms with attention to thermal management electronics packaging and wearable ergonomics throughout.

Lead and support DFM and DFA activities ensuring designs are manufacturable at scale generating assembly instructions and engineering change documentation and supporting production introduction and manufacturing transition.

Work with external suppliers contract manufacturers and certification laboratories managing relationships reviewing outputs and ensuring components and systems meet design intent and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate closely with Hardware Embedded Production Software and R&D teams participating in concept generation design reviews prototyping and validation activities across the full development programme.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Mechanical Engineering Product Design Engineering or a related discipline with 35 years of product development experience from concept through prototype and into production.

Strong Solid Works CAD experience including 3D modelling assemblies engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation with a solid grasp of tolerance analysis material selection and mechanical design principles.

Practical hands-on prototyping and workshop skills with experience working across manufacturing processes including injection moulding machining sheet metal fabrication and additive manufacturing.

Experience working with external suppliers and manufacturers and comfortable operating within a fast-paced multidisciplinary engineering team. Familiarity with PPE wearable products or certification standards (ANSI EN397 CE UKCA) is a strong advantage.

KEY EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

Solid Works CAD 3D design assemblies & engineering drawings

ANSI Type II / EN397 certification & regulatory testing

Wearable product design helmets PPE & head-mounted systems

DFM / DFA & manufacturing transition support

Sensor optics battery & electronics integration into wearables

Hands-on prototyping practical workshop & problem-solving skills

BENEFITS

25 days annual leave public holidays

Private healthcare with Vitality

Christmas shutdown days on top of leave allowance (24 per year usually)

Hybrid working

Biannual salary reviews

Summer & Christmas staff parties

Employee referral scheme

Make a real-world impact of revolutionising the construction industry

Required Experience:

IC