Electromechanical Design Engineer

Expleo Group

Electromechanical Design Engineer supporting the design of electro-optical defence and security systems at Expleo's Glasgow facility. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure robust performance in regulated environments.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeGlasgow • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop electromechanical assemblies, including mechanisms, actuators, housings, and electrical interfaces
Collaborate with electronics, systems, mechanical and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration
Support prototype development and provide design input during build, integration and verification activities
Produce 3D CAD models, detailed drawings and tolerance analyses in line with project and industry standards
Consider environmental, vibration, thermal and materials factors during design and analysis
Participate in design reviews and technical discussions with internal teams and customers
Generate design documentation, including BOMs, design notes, and verification‑related material

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree level qualification in Mechanical, Electromechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering (or related discipline)
A lower qualification would be acceptable for example HNC/HND should the candidate be able to demonstrate significant demonstrable relevant experience in lieu
Strong mechanical design fundamentals
CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor or similar)
Understanding of DFM/DFA
Ability to work with electronics and systems teams
Understanding of tolerance stack‑up principles
Knowledge of materials selection and manufacturing processes
Familiarity with FEA tools for structural or thermal analysis
Understanding of environmental and qualification considerations (vibration, shock, thermal)
Ability to design sealed or ruggedised enclosures
Awareness of defence, aerospace or industrial standards and practices
Experience delivering electromechanical design within a regulated or safety‑critical environment (defence, aerospace, industrial, rail, medical)
Working with electromechanical systems such as motors, actuators, sensors or harnessing
Supporting prototype build, integration and verification from a design perspective
Designing for environmental demands including vibration, shock, thermal and ingress protection
Producing detailed CAD models, drawings and tolerance stack‑ups in a professional engineering environment
Designing sealed or ruggedised enclosures or assemblies
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including electronics, systems and manufacturing engineering

Benefits

Comp & perks

Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
Competitive company benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

electromechanical assembliesmechanismsactuators3D CAD modelstolerance analysesDFMDFAFEA toolsmaterials selectionelectromechanical design

Soft Skills

collaborationdesign inputtechnical discussionsdesign reviewsproblem-solvingcommunicationteamworkattention to detailadaptabilitycritical thinking

Certifications

Degree in Mechanical EngineeringDegree in Electromechanical EngineeringDegree in Mechatronics EngineeringHNCHND