Mechanical Design Engineer

Premier Group Recruitment; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Huddersfield. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in machinery design and be proficient in SolidWorks. Responsibilities include designing large machinery, liaising with manufacturers, and creating technical documentation. Applicants should possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a relevant engineering qualification. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to varied projects.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years experience in Mechanical Design Engineering.
• Excellent knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Proven ability to drive Engineering development.

Responsibilities

• Using SolidWorks for concept design and technical drawings.
• Designing large machinery and structures.
• Liaising with manufacturing providers.

Skills

Machinery design

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Mathematical knowledge

Self-motivation

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

Role- Mechanical Design Engineer

Salary per annum (dependent on experience)

Type- Permanent

Location- Huddersfield

My client is a specialist manufacturer of large metalwork & machinery. They are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Huddersfield on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes :

• Good knowledge of machinery design
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• At least 4 years experience in a similar Mechanical Design Engineering position
• Excellent knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials sheet metal castings machining etc.
• Excellent proficiency with CAD software ideally SolidWorks
• Experience in a heavy technical engineering industry would be ideal
• Proven ability to drive Engineering development
• Good mathematical and general engineering knowledge
• The ability to understand system requirements
• Be self-motivated with excellent attention to detail
• Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve :

• Using SolidWorks for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Designing large machinery and structures
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Being involved in final assembly of products Stress & FEA testing
• 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.

For more information about this role please apply or email Toby Illingworth who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks Premier Group

Employment Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1