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# Mechanical Engineer (PPE/Wearable Hardware Focussed)

- **Company:** Xyz
- **Location:** Reading, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, SolidWorks (CAD), Rapid Prototyping Process
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineer-ppewearable-hardware-focussed/48835373

## About the Role

and validation activities across the full development programme. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related discipline, with 3-5 years of product development experience from concept through prototype and into production. Strong SolidWorks 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 SolidWorks 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 (2-4 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr

## Description

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, you'll 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 SolidWorks - 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


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