Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Graduate/Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Manchester on a permanent basis. The role involves using CAD software for designing and producing technical drawings, liaising with manufacturing providers, and working in a small multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least one year of experience in a similar position. Proficiency in SolidWorks and excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position.
• Knowledge of various materials and tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings.
• Liaising with manufacturing providers.
• Creating documentation for design and project reports.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Overview

ROLE- Graduate/Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

TERM- Permanent

LOCATION - Manchester

SALARY - £25,000 - £35,000, dependent on experience

My client designs and install a range bespoke solutions around the Power industry. They are looking for a Graduate/Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Manchester on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• 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

Qualifications and skills

• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• At least 1 year experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position
• Proficient using 3D CAD software; they use SolidWorks
• Knowledge of a variety of materials
• 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

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible