Mechanical Engineer (Wearable Systems)

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• Job title: Mechanical Engineer – Wearable Systems & Certification
• Location: Reading, UK (Hybrid)
• ABOUT XYZ REALITY
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• XYZ Reality are the creators of the world's first and only engineering-grade Augmented Reality solution, purpose built for the construction industry. Not only have we created this holographic technology, that sits within The Atom — a smart, site-safe headset/hardhat — but we implement it on projects, utilising the power of AR to ensure that all schemes are completed in line with delivery timescales and budgets.
• XYZ has grown to over 100 staff across the UK, US & Europe and is working with Mission Critical organisations & construction companies to successfully deliver major projects.
• THE ROLE
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• XYZ Reality is developing the next generation of wearable augmented reality products for the construction industry — helmet-mounted systems that must perform reliably in some of the most demanding industrial environments 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
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• • 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, and validation activities across the full development programme.
• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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• • 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
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• • 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
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• 🏝️ 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