Mechanical Design Engineer

TEAM; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Plymouth-based engineering company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop sustainable solutions and engage in projects with suppliers and clients. The position offers a salary of £30,000 - £40,000, along with opportunities for travel and professional growth in a forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for domestic and international travel

Professional development in sustainable design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a design engineering role with sustainable practices.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and Rhino.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components with a focus on sustainability.
• Collaborate with suppliers to source sustainable materials.
• Prepare and assist in generating quotations.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Sustainable Design Principles

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Rhino

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MRP 123

Job description

Overview

A Plymouth based company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their engineering team. This is a company who offer opportunities for professional development and training in a collaborative environment with exposure to suppliers, clients, and commercial activities. The role involves travel across the UK and internationally to visit suppliers, clients, and project sites. Sustainability is central to this role: you will integrate environmentally friendly materials, energy-efficient designs, and circular economy principles into all projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and Rhino, with a focus on sustainable materials and energy-efficient solutions.
• Produce detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and specifications for manufacturing and assembly.
• Manage and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production data using MRP 123 software.
• Collaborate with suppliers to source sustainable materials and optimise environmentally responsible manufacturing processes.
• Communicate with clients to understand requirements, present design concepts, and incorporate sustainable solutions into final designs.
• Prepare and assist in generating quotations, reflecting accurate materials, labour, and sustainable design solutions.
• Perform engineering calculations, tolerance analysis, and feasibility studies to ensure robust, eco-friendly designs.
• Support prototyping, testing, and validation activities, including analysing test data and implementing sustainable design improvements.
• Participate in design reviews, implement feedback, and maintain version control of design files.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or another relevant Engineering discipline (or equivalent experience such as HNC/HND).
• Experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer or similar role.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and Rhino (essential).
• Experience using MRP 123 or similar MRP/ERP systems for BOM management.
• Knowledge of sustainable design principles, environmentally friendly materials, and energy-efficient manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of sales processes, with experience preparing technical input for enquiries and quotations preferred.
• Experience liaising with suppliers and clients, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel in the UK and internationally.

Salary and Benefits

In return you will receive a salary of £30,000 - £40,000 per annum with opportunities for domestic and international travel, a chance to drive sustainable innovation in engineering design and career growth potential within a forward-thinking organization.

Application

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