Mechanical Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Yeovil. This role involves designing, developing, and testing mechanical components in the aerospace industry, promoting innovations while ensuring adherence to engineering standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, a commitment to project schedules, and experience in small component design.

Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace industry and small component design.
• Ability to produce detailed designs and layouts.

Responsibilities

• Focus on REACH obsolescence within the current product range.
• Support development of concept designs.
• Manage all drawings and associated project documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Design for manufacturing principles

Flexible working

Job description

Teamjobs is looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our exclusive client in Yeovil.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated engineer with experience in the aerospace industry. You will be required to design, develop, and test all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. You should have knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as engines, instruments, controls, robots, and machines, including familiarity with commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. The role involves working under supervision to perform job functions.

The working hours are Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with some flexibility to work over 4 days.

The pay rate is £35.00-£45.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Focus on REACH obsolescence within the current product range, identifying obsolescence and investigating suitable alternatives based on product specifications.
• Support development of concept designs, including analysis, with awareness of manufacturing methodologies and cost considerations.
• Perform detailed design work and process engineering changes.
• Manage all drawings and associated project documentation.
• Work on complex aerospace engineering projects across various remits.

Necessary skills requirements:

• Attention to detail when reviewing existing drawings for REACH obsolescence and creating investigation reports.
• Produce detailed designs and layouts to meet customer requirements and specifications.
• Responsible for completing and checking drawing packs and related documentation.
• Commitment to delivering on project schedules and milestones within a team environment.
• Ability to work flexibly and go beyond your usual zone.
• Experience in small component design, design for manufacturing principles, and fine-tolerance components is desirable.