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V. - **Location:** Newry, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computational Fluid Dynamics, MAPICS, Microsoft Office, Oracle (Applications), Solid Edge, Solid Modeling, Test Execution Engine, Windchill, Test Scripts, Break Fix, Teamcenter (Software) - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815604300-design-engineer ## About the Role * 5 + years of Product Design and Evaluation experience for Refrigerated Products * BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineer, or equivalent * Microsoft Office proficient * Competent using 3D solid modeling (SolidEdge preferred) * Ability to review and interpret results from CFD (computational fluid dynamics) and FEA (Finite element analysis) simulations. * Proficiency in explaining simulation data to the engineering team and translating results into actionable design improvements. * Excellent communication skills, oral & written. * Strong problem-solving skills Preferred Experience * Project management experience and a general understanding of Manufacturing processes preferred * Simulation Pre-processing: Hands-on experience setting up CFD or FEA models, specifically regarding meshing, defining material properties, and applying accurate loads and boundary conditions. * Simulation Post-processing: Ability to validate and extract results from raw simulation data, including generating visual plots (contours/streamlines) and interpreting quantitative values to verify design performance. * Understand refrigeration systems, thermo-dynamics, heat transfer and structural analysis principles. Basic electrical component knowledge. * Sheetmetal Design experience a plus. * PLM System Experience - Teamcenter, Windchill, etc. * MRP System Experience - Oracle, Mapics, BAAN, etc. ## Description * Collaborate with Lead Engineers on conceptual design and overall development of refrigerated display cases * Design for Manufacturing using knowledge in formed sheet metal, fabricated copper tubing, electrical assemblies, welded structural frames, product sub-assemblies, and top-level system assemblies. * Understand our customers' needs and follow the processes required for developing and releasing the product at a high-quality level, on-time to customer request. * Plan and coordinate implementation of product releases within PLM system. * Support the improvement of the overall innovation, quality, function, and cost of the product. * Initiate studies of new and existing designs to incorporate new cost-effective technology to maintain our competitive edge. * Collaborate with project team of multi-functional and multi-departmental personnel for on-time release of quality and cost-effective products. * Performs hands-on troubleshooting efforts and implements corrective actions for products, processes, and tooling. * Deliver accuracy of all engineering information issued regarding assigned projects. 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