Mechanical Design Engineer

Black Fox Solutions; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in Lisburn seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer responsible for designing steel moulds and bespoke projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 4 years of experience, and proficiency in SolidWorks. Responsibilities include creating detailed designs, manufacturing instructions, and collaborating with teams to ensure project success. Competitive benefits include pension and medical aid.

Benefits

Pension

Medical Aid / Health Care

Qualifications

• At least 4 years’ experience in a design engineering role.
• Proficient in SolidWorks with sheet metal design capability.
• Experience in the steel and/or precast concrete industry (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Interpret and review customer drawings to fully understand requirements.
• Produce accurate mould designs using SolidWorks.
• Create and issue detailed drawing packs and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for production.
• Provide clear manufacturing instructions for assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Support fabrication and assembly teams throughout the build process.
• Conduct customer site visits as required.
• Collaborate with and support the wider engineering team.

Skills

Design

Mechanical Engineering

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for creating and developing detailed designs for steel moulds and other bespoke engineering projects. You will work closely with customers, production teams, and colleagues to ensure high-quality results are delivered to specification and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and review customer drawings to fully understand requirements.
• Produce accurate mould designs using SolidWorks, including sheet metal features.
• Create and issue detailed drawing packs and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for production.
• Provide clear manufacturing instructions for assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Support fabrication and assembly teams throughout the build process.
• Conduct customer site visits as required.
• Collaborate with and support the wider engineering team.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 4 years’ experience in a design engineering role
• Proficient in SolidWorks with sheet metal design capability
• Confident in the use of Microsoft Office software
• Experience in the steel and/or precast concrete industry (preferred)

Other Information

• Skills: Design, Mechanical Engineering

Benefits

• Pension
• Medical Aid / Health Care