Mechanical Design Engineer

Kingdom People; Fareham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace sector is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their talented engineering team. This role involves designing and validating complex mechanical products, ensuring compliance with strict aerospace standards. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering certification, experience in design for manufacture, and proficiency in 3D CAD software. The company offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including generous holiday allowance and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday

Health Cash Plan

Contributory Pension Scheme up to 11%

Free gym equipment on site

Free parking

Significant discounts at major supermarkets

Qualifications

• Relevant mechanical engineering certification is required.
• Industry experience is essential.
• Good understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Involved in all aspects of product design, including New Product Introduction.
• Responsible for designing and validating products for the Aerospace industry.
• Analyze customer requirements and prepare 3D models and technical documentation.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Design for Manufacture (DFM)

Education

Mechanical engineering certification (apprenticeship, HNC, HND, or degree)

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

Are you a dynamic, talented, highly motivated, and experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a new challenge? If so, and the exciting and challenging world of aerospace appeals to you where you can technically learn more and enhance your Design Engineering pedigree, then we want to speak with you now!

This role is based at a small to medium-sized company with almost 200 staff on site within a first-class engineering team. Their products are manufactured on site at their facility based in Segensworth near Fareham, Hampshire.

They offer a competitive salary, 5 weeks holiday, 12.30 pm finish on Fridays, Health Cash Plan, Contributory Pension Scheme up to 11%, free gym equipment on site, free parking, and significant discounts at major supermarkets such as Sainsbury's and ASDA.

The Role:

You will be involved in all aspects of product design, including New Product Introduction and support for existing products. Joining a team of talented and multi-skilled engineers, you will be responsible for designing and validating products for the Aerospace industry and others. Your tasks include analyzing customer requirements, preparing 3D models, drawings, and supporting technical documentation for manufacturing. As a technical expert, you will provide specialist support to internal and external teams. The company designs and manufactures complex mechanical products that are machined, fabricated, assembled, and tested on site, and you will play a vital role in this process. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential, especially in the heavily regulated aerospace industry where products must meet strict compliance standards.

If you love Design Engineering and believe you have the transferable skills and experience, we want to hear from you now as interviews are being scheduled!

What do I need?

• A relevant mechanical engineering certification, such as an apprenticeship, HNC, HND, or degree
• Industry experience
• Good understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM)
• Experience with 3D CAD software
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively across departments and facilities
• Current eligibility to work in the UK and ability to commute to Segensworth

If you wish to discuss this role in more detail and discreetly, please contact Steph Gray at FPR Group on (phone number removed) for a chat. Or click on Apply Now to send your CV to us. We will review and respond promptly!

FPR Group is acting as a Recruitment Agency for their client.