ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer
TERM- Permanent
LOCATION – Near Bath
SALARY- £30,000 - £45,000, dependent on experience
My client designs and manufactures bespoke machinery. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team near Bath on a permanent basis.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
- At least 2 years' experience in a similar Design Engineering position
- HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
- Strong Project Management skills
- Customer-facing experience would be beneficial
- Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
- Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Inventor, etc.
- Experience in Automation, SPM, conveyors or other machinery manufacturing environments would be ideal
- Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.
- Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Proficient using MS Office
- Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
- Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team
The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:
- Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
- Designing conveyors and other machinery in the Automation sector
- Liaising with manufacturing providers
- Being involved in final assembly of products
- Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
- Updating 3D models and drawings
- Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
- Checking drawings for sign off
- Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.