Mechanical Design Engineer

TipTopJob; Cheddar; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in bespoke products and engineering solutions is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Somerset. The role involves using SolidWorks for design, liaising with manufacturers, and working on varied projects. Ideal candidates will have a relevant engineering qualification and experience in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in Design Engineering / CAD Operation.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of materials like sheet metal and plastics.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

3D CAD software

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

ROLE: Mechanical Design Engineer

TERM: Permanent

LOCATION : Cheddar, Somerset

SALARY: GBP 28,000 : GBP 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 Somerset on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

: Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design or similar

: Strong experience using 3D CAD software : ideally SolidWorks

: 1:3 years' experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position

: Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment

: 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 SolidWorks 3D 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.