Mechanical Design Engineer

CIBSE Journal; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CIBSE Journal in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to the design and development of precision mechanical products, taking concepts through to manufacture and working closely with engineering and production teams.

You will produce SolidWorks 3D models and manufacturing drawings, ensure DFMA, and apply geometric tolerancing while supporting prototype development with 3D scanning and printing.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in a Mechanical Design Engineering role.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience using SolidWorks.
• Strong 3D CAD modelling and engineering drawing experience.
• Knowledge of geometric tolerancing and manufacturing drawing standards.
• Understanding of CNC machining and Design for Manufacture principles.
• Knowledge of engineering materials, finishes and manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
• Create assembly models and fully toleranced manufacturing drawings.
• Design components suitable for CNC machining and production.
• Work closely with manufacturing and assembly teams to optimise designs.
• Support product development activities from concept through to production.
• Maintain engineering documentation, CAD records and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Support prototype development using technologies such as 3D scanning and 3D printing.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D CAD Modeling

Geometric Tolerancing

Manufacturing Drawings

CNC Machining

Materials & Processes

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Tools

3D Scanning

3D Printing

Job description

The Mechanical Design Engineer will contribute to the design and development of precision mechanical products, helping to bring new technologies from concept through to manufacture. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with both engineering and production teams, influencing products at every stage of their development.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will:

• Produce detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
• Create assembly models and fully toleranced manufacturing drawings.
• Design components suitable for CNC machining and production.
• Work closely with manufacturing and assembly teams to optimise designs.
• Support product development activities from concept through to production.
• Maintain engineering documentation, CAD records and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Support prototype development using technologies such as 3D scanning and 3D printing.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will have:

• At least 3 years' experience in a Mechanical Design Engineering role.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience using SolidWorks.
• Strong 3D CAD modelling and engineering drawing experience.
• Knowledge of geometric tolerancing and manufacturing drawing standards.
• Understanding of CNC machining and Design for Manufacture principles.
• Knowledge of engineering materials, finishes and manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

This role offers the opportunity to take designs from concept through to manufacture, working closely with both engineering and production teams to deliver high-quality products.