Mechanical Design Engineer

Permanent Futures Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for their Leeds facility. The role involves designing a wide range of mechanical products from concept to finished design. The ideal candidate should have at least five years’ experience in 3D CAD software, with qualifications in Mechanical Engineering preferred. You'll receive a competitive salary and be part of an inclusive team environment that values personal growth and development through engaging projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent training

Exciting projects

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering is a minimum requirement.
• 5+ years of experience in 3D CAD design.
• Experience designing complex mechanical parts.

Responsibilities

• Review new product requests and write project specifications.
• Generate product designs and CAD models.
• Prepare manufacturing detail drawings and assembly drawings.

Skills

Experience with 2D and 3D CAD

Good Communication Skills

Knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

SolidEdge

Job description

Our client, a market leading manufacturer, seeks to appoint a Mechanical Design Engineer for their Leeds facility. You'll be designing and developing a wide range of mechanical products from initial concept through to finished design. The appointed Mechanical Design Engineer will be well qualified (degree preferred, but HNC / HND and experience in industry fine too) and have at least fives years' experience of 3D CAD design software. You'll receive a market leading financial package, there's a well deserved reputation for paying people well, and be given excellent training and exciting projects to work on in a positive, inclusive atmosphere.

Mechanical Design Engineer – Role & Responsibilities

• Review new product requests and write project/product specifications and create project plans


• Generate product designs and CAD models, including calculations/analysis both by hand and with the assistance of computer software


• Preparation of manufacturing detail drawings, assembly drawings, schematics and BOMs


• Create test specifications and work with other R&D team members to assemble, test and examine prototype products


• Assist the Sales and Operations departments as required to ensure that customer expectations

Mechanical Design Engineer – Candidate Profile

• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering as a minimum. Mechanical Engineering degree preferred


• Experienced with 2D and 3D CAD – AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, SolidEdge or equivalent


• Aware of modern manufacturing techniques and materials


• Experience designing complex mechanical pars (hydraulics, pneumatics, pressure related systems)


• Good Communication Skills with customers and suppliers

If this role appeals, please apply now!