Mechanical Design Engineer

Premier Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Plymouth. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 2 years of experience in a design engineering role within manufacturing. Responsibilities include using CAD software for design, liaising with manufacturers, and creating technical documentation. The position offers a salary range of £30,000 - £50,000, depending on experience, in a permanent role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Design Engineering or CAD Operation.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of materials such as sheet metal and injection moulded plastics.

Responsibilities

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings.
• Liaising with manufacturing providers.
• Creating documentation for design and project reports.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency (SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo)

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

MS Office

Job description

ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer

TERM- Permanent

LOCATION - Plymouth

SALARY- £30,000 - £50,000, dependent on experience

My client provides bespoke products and engineering solutions for Manufacture. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Plymouth on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes :

• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo etc.
• Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proficient using MS Office
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve :

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Being involved in final assembly of products
• Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
• Checking drawings for sign off
• Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.