Mechanical Design Engineer

Luton Bennett; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A machinery manufacturing company in Leicester Forest East is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer. The role involves designing bespoke machinery using SolidWorks, participating in design reviews, and ensuring all project documentation is accurate. Candidates should have a strong background in mechanical design and experience with SolidWorks, ideally in rotating equipment. The position offers a competitive salary of A£35,000 to A£50,000, plus numerous benefits including overtime and a company bonus.

Benefits

Overtime

Pension

25 Days Holiday

Life Assurance (4x Salary)

Uniform

Parking

Company Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in mechanical design required.
• Proficient in SolidWorks or similar design software.
• Background in rotating equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design bespoke machinery using SolidWorks.
• Participate in design reviews and track deadlines.
• Select materials and components considering cost and quality.
• Ensure BOMs are correctly updated.
• Maintain up-to-date project documentation.
• Visit suppliers as necessary.

Skills

Experience within mechanical design

Experience using SolidWorks

Knowledge of materials selection

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Leicester
A£35,000 to A£50,000 Salary (Dependent on Experience) + Overtime + Pension + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Life Assurance (4x Salary) + Uniform + Parking + Company Bonus

37.5 Hours Monday to Thursday 08:00-12:30, 13:00-16:30, Friday 08:00-13:30

Overview

Mechanical Design Engineer required for a professional and growing producer of bespoke machinery used in manufacturing. The company have a niche product range and an excellent reputation and are hiring due to continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Using SolidWorks to design bespoke machinery
• Participate in regular design reviews and monitor progress against deadlines
• Selection of materials and components with cost and quality in mind
• Ensuring BOMs are updated
• Work with project team to ensure all documentation is up to date and recorded
• Visit suppliers when required

Candidate

• Experience within mechanical design
• Experience using SolidWorks (or similar)
• Any industry background - ideally rotating equipment