3D Mechanical Design Team Lead

Role Overview:

The 3D Mechanical Design Team Lead is responsible for managing and coordinating all mechanical design activities within CEL, ensuring efficient scheduling, high-quality 3D CAD output, and smooth collaboration with Project Management, Electrical Design, and Production teams to deliver accurate, efficient switchgear designs.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule and track all assignments within the 3D Mechanical Design Team.
• Report progress on mechanical design activities.
• Work closely with the Electrical Design Team Lead and Project Managers to align design efforts with project priorities.
• Liaise with Production to ensure a smooth handover of mechanical design outputs into manufacturing.
• Ensure team members follow established 3D Mechanical Design Processes, CAD procedures, and use approved design templates.
• Maintain high-quality mechanical documentation for all projects.
• Conduct and oversee design reviews to ensure technical accuracy, compliance with standards, and readiness for production.
• Contribute to project planning by providing technical input and team capacity insights.
• Support onboarding and training of new team members as needed.
• Create and manage 3D assemblies of electrical switchgear panels.
• Develop accurate 3D models of sheet-metal and machined parts.
• Produce detailed 2D manufacturing drawings, including tolerances and forming details.
• Ensure designs follow company CAD standards and optimize for material usage and manufacturing efficiency.
• Generate accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for each project.
• Use and maintain the reusable mechanical design/component library established by R&D.

Education:

·        Third Level Mechanical Qualification or equivalent

·        CAD Training (preferably Autodesk Inventor)

·        Project Management qualification an advantage

Experience/Skills Required:

·        Experienced in Design of Electrical Switchgear

·        Excellent communication and leadership skills

·        Excellent good organisational and time-management skills

·        Excellent people skills

·        Excellent decision-making skills

·        Be highly focused in order to adhere to the objectives and goals of the company

·        Demonstrate excellent motivational skills to bring out the best in team members

·        Work well under pressure and be flexible with project challenges

Why Join CEL Critical Power?

Join a Trusted Industry Leader – 42 Years of Excellence
CEL has been delivering high-quality, bespoke power distribution solutions for over four decades, with products that stand the test of time.

Be Part of a Global Expansion
With CEL launching its first US manufacturing plant, you will have the opportunity to work on international projects and documentation standards while collaborating with colleagues across North America.

Collaborate with World-Class Engineers, Vendors & Industry Experts
You’ll work alongside leading engineers, project managers, document controllers, product managers, and global vendors, ensuring excellence and operational success across CEL’s international teams.

Shape the Future of CEL – Critical Power
This is more than just an operator role—it’s an opportunity to help forge the future of CEL and our expansion across the US.

Competitive Salary, Benefits & Career Growth
We offer structured career development, professional training, and leadership opportunities, ensuring long-term career progression.

Apply Now – This is a CEL Critical Power-Critical Hire!

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday