Mechanical Design Engineer

Premier Group; Godalming; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in design and NPI is seeking a Mechanical Design and Development Engineer for a permanent position in Surrey. This role involves designing products using SolidWorks, managing the development process, and engaging directly with clients. Successful candidates will have a background in mechanical engineering, industry experience, and proficiency in design software, especially SolidWorks. The position offers a competitive salary and a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years’ industry experience in design/development role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical design principles.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development process and projects.
• Design products using SolidWorks on a daily basis.
• Communicate with suppliers and customers directly.

Skills

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Communication skills

Knowledge of materials

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Education

BSc or BEng in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

Job description

Role- Mechanical Design & Development Engineer

Salary- £35,000- £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Type- Permanent

Location- Surrey

My client works within design and NPI and they are looking to take on a Mechanical Design and Development Engineer, on a permanent basis, in the Surrey area.

The Mechanical Design and Development Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• BSc or BEng qualification in Mechanical Engineering ideally
• 2 or more years’ industry experience ideally working in a similar design / development role within a manufacturing environment
• Be very proficient with using ideally SolidWorks software for design
• PDM experience would also be advantageous but not essential
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical design and engineering principles
• Have knowledge of different materials such as sheet metal fabrication, castings and injection moulded plastics
• Be able to work well individually as well as part of a team
• Have good communication skills both verbal and written
• Lean Six Sigma knowledge/ skills would also be beneficial but can be taught

The Mechanical Design and Development Engineer role will involve:

• Assisting in the design and development process and projects
• Designing products and systems using SolidWorks on a daily basis
• Communicating with supplier and customers directly and also travelling to their sites if required
• Responding to customer requests for product related ideas or changes
• Being involved in managing the change control process
• Prototyping and also testing concepts for further development
• Working in a varied role with exposure to different responsibilities when required

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and your salary expectation.