Mechanical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in engineering roles is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer based in Leeds. The ideal candidate will produce drawings for special purpose machines and must have a degree or HNC in a mechanical engineering discipline, along with at least 5 years of experience in a high precision manufacturing environment. The role offers an annual salary of up to £41,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a high precision manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrable experience in machinery design including mechanical assemblies.
• Knowledge of kinematics and force analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Produce drawings specifically for SPM (Special Purpose Machines).
• Work in line with company procedures to ensure production deadlines are met.
• Adopt a high level of attention to detail within work.

Skills

Experience in special purpose machinery

Proficient in CAD software

Attention to detail

Good verbal and written communication skills

Education

Degree or HNC in mechanically oriented engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD Mechanical

Job description

Job Description

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to work for our client located in Leeds, West Yorkshire.

THE DUTIES OF A DESIGN ENGINEER:

1. Produce drawings specifically for SPM (Special Purpose Machines).
2. Work in line with company procedures and machine capability to ensure production deadlines are met.
3. Be organized, focused, and able to adopt a high level of attention to detail within your work.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCES & SKILLS:

• Experience in a special purpose machinery or similar design environment.
• A genuine passion for and interest in engineering.
• A desire to conceive and design quality solutions.
• A questioning nature and desire to change and improve the status quo.
• Degree or HNC qualification in a mechanically oriented engineering discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in machinery design including mechanical assemblies, linkages, couplings, bearings, gear trains, belts, and pulleys.
• Knowledge of kinematics and force analysis is advantageous.
• Proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks, Inventor, and AutoCAD Mechanical.
• Accuracy and attention to detail, including dimensional and geometric tolerances.
• Computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of timescales and prioritization.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Discretion and trustworthiness.
• Outstanding time management skills.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a high precision manufacturing environment.

THE HOURS:

Monday – Friday, 8am-8:30am start.

THE PAY:

Annual salary up to £41k depending on experience.

Questech Recruitment specializes in supporting clients within the Mechanical & Engineering sectors. If you meet the criteria or want more information about roles such as CNC Machinist, CNC Programmer, CNC Setter, or CNC Operator, we would like to hear from you.