Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

Major Energy Onshore; Wolvey CP; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks a Junior Mechanical / Mechatronics Design Engineer. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in mechanical CAD design, specifically with SolidWorks, and a passion for innovative projects. You will design and test mechanical components, work collaboratively in a focused design team, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions. This opportunity offers strong career development in a truly collaborative environment, focused on growth and client satisfaction.

Benefits

Career and technical development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in Mechanical CAD Design and Modelling preferably with SolidWorks.
• Practical experience with electronic and electrical systems schematics.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test mechanical components integrated with electronic systems.
• Assist with the review and finalisation of models and designs.
• Generate and maintain Bill of Materials.

Skills

Mechanical CAD Design

SolidWorks

3D printing techniques

Reading electronic schematic diagrams

Education

HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Junior Mechanical / Mechatronics Design Engineer with 1-2 years experience who is interested in working on innovative projects producing bespoke solutions for a variety of manufacturing and engineering applications.

You will be working in a focused design team who working on complex projects from inception to delivery in a commercial environment.

YOUR NEW ROLE

Core focus will be to design, develop and test mechanical components and integrate them with electronic systems. You will carry out mechanical design and modelling using Solidworks CAD software, assist with review and finalisation of models and designs produced by senior engineers and be involved in acquisition of materials and assemble prototype systems.

You will also have some involvement with installation, maintenance, modification and assembly of equipment when needed, generate and maintain Bill of Materials and feedback any suggestions on appropriate improvements.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

This post would suit a flexible engineer who wishes to pursue a career in Mechatronics who has a good understanding and 1-2 years practical experience of Mechanical CAD Design and Modelling (preferably with SolidWorks). You will need a good understanding and practical experience of schematics for electronic and electrical systems, be capable of the design, development and testing of mechanical components and electronic systems and be able to product, edit, read and interpret mechanical drawings. A HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics would be a distinct advantage.

Experience of 3D printing techniques and limitations would be ideal as is any practical hands-on experience of mechanical assembly, drilling, tapping, filing, cutting etc and the ability to read and interpret electronic and electrical schematic diagrams and be able to follow these.

Experience of cable assemblies and electrical test and debugging would be an advantage.

JOIN THE TEAM

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with genuine year on year growth, good career and technical development opportunities and a class-leading product portfolio. They have a strong collaborative environment with a true vision for future growth and development enabled through a team focused approach to delivering solutions to clients.

APPLY NOW

If you would like to be a part of something exciting and develop your skills and career within mechanical design please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV.