Auto Conversions Limited Trading as Wilker Auto Conversions (Wilker) is one of the leading vehicle converters in Ireland and the UK and is now growing to become an internationally recognized vehicle conversion specialist. It is headquartered in Clara Co. Offaly and also has a production facility in Sandbach, Cheshire UK.
Wilker provides vehicle conversions for the ambulance services, fire services, GARDA and military as well as customized vehicles for the commercial & industrial sectors. Our extensive customer base extends throughout Ireland, England, Scotland & Wales, The Isle of Man and Jersey, with Exports to Cyprus, Trinidad & Tobago and Abu Dhabi.
Due to our continuous growth we are currently recruiting two Mechanical Design Engineers; One of these will be a junior role and one will be a more senior role. The roles are full time employment with the normal six month probationary period.
Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer (Junior & Senior)
The Mechanical Design Engineering Role is a pivotal position within the Pre- Production function of the Wilker Group. The successful candidate must be proficient in the Solid Works 3D drawing package (Minimum 2 years’ experience).
As a member of the Vehicle Conversion Production team, the success of role depends on having good teamwork, in particular with the other areas of the company involved in Pre-production and production (Purchasing, Electrical, Planning, etc.)
It will be necessary for the successful candidate to come up to speed with the various standards which we carry out our conversions to (for example CEN 1789 2020, EWVTA).
Responsibilities:
* Design for Ambulance Build (Solid Works design Package).
* Design for Testing and Certification.
* Build Specification Development and Change Control.
* Ambulance Build (Box Body & Van Conversions) and other bespoke Conversions using Solid Works design package).
* Preparation of compliance information and drawings for all Testing, Certification and Regulatory Compliance.
* Preparation of ‘Fabricated’ parts drawings and liaison with suppliers.
* Preparation of Workshop Build Specification from Customer Specification including 2D/3D Drawings.
* Managing of Change Control.
* Preparation of shop floor Work Instructions.
* Preparation of As-Built Drawings and Technical/Service Manuals on completion of project.
* Preparation of Tender Drawings.
* Attending meetings with Customer and updating drawings & specifications from matters discussed.
* Data compilation and analytical work using Excel spread sheets.
* Determination of load balance on finished vehicles.
* Preparation of IVA applications and other regulatory paperwork.
* Preparation of working drawings for cabinet fabrication.
* Project assignments as required.
Experience Required: 1 to 2 years for the Junior Engineer role / 3 to 5 years for the Senior Engineer role.
Skills required for the job:
* Experienced in Solid Works, Autodesk Inventor (3D CAD) or similar.
* High level of competence in Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Power-point.
* A high level of attention to detail required.
* Conversant in email and attachment of data/photos etc.
* Self-motivated, well-organized and good communicator.
* Ability to adapt quickly to new engineering environment and its regulatory requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Clara, Tullamore, CO. Offaly: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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