Mechanical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Hereford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Hereford is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to diverse projects within a collaborative environment. The role requires proficiency in CAD software and offers an attractive salary range depending on experience. Candidates should have a solid engineering background and excellent communication skills, ensuring effective collaboration with teams and contributors in the design process.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Design Engineering / CAD Operation.
• Previous experience with Sheet-Metal / Fabrication is desired.
• Ability to carry out mechanical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Producing 3D designs using Autodesk Inventor and 2D designs with AutoCAD.
• Liaising with manufacturing providers and being involved in final assembly.
• Checking drawings for sign off.

Skills

3D CAD software

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer

LOCATION- Hereford

TERM- Permanent

SALARY- £30,000 - £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience

My client manufactures a specialist products for a variety of sectors. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Hereford.

The Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar is desirable, but not a necessity
• Previous experience with Sheet-Metal / Fabrication is desired.
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo etc.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team
• Have the ability to carry out mechanical calculations
• Any previous experience of working with process machinery or steel / metal materials would be desirable
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proficient using MS Office
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills

The Design Engineer role will involve:

• Working within the current engineering team with other Design Engineers
• Producing 3D designs using Autodesk Inventor CAD software and 2D designs with AutoCAD
• 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.