Mechanical Design Engineer

Premier Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Birmingham is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering qualification and 0-4 years of experience in design and CAD operations. Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or Inventor is essential. This role involves concept design, liaising with manufacturers, and document creation for projects, offering a competitive salary range of £25,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position.
• Knowledge of various materials such as sheet metal and injection-moulded plastics.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

Job description

ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer

TERM- Permanent

LOCATION – Birmingham

SALARY- £25,000 - £40,000 dependent on experience

My client provides bespoke products and engineering solutions for Manufacture. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Birmingham on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

- Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
- 0-4 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position
- Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment

- Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo etc.
- 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
- 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.