Mechanical Design Engineer

Premier Engineering; Poole; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Poole seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer with strong SolidWorks skills. This permanent position requires at least 3 years in a similar role and includes responsibilities such as concept design, documentation, and liaising with manufacturers. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering qualification and excellent organizational and communication skills. Competitive salary range from £38,000 to £45,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in CAD Design / Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong experience with SolidWorks 3D CAD.
• Knowledge of process plant equipment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Using SolidWorks 3D CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings.
• Liaising with manufacturing providers.
• Creating documentation for design and project plans.

Skills

SolidWorks skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks 3D CAD

MS Office

Job description

ROLE – Mechanical Design Engineer

My client designs and manufactures bespoke products and machinery for process plants. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with strong SolidWorks skills to join their team in Poole on a permanent basis.

TERM – Permanent

LOCATION – Poole

SALARY – 38,000–45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• At least 3 years of experience in a similar CAD Design / Mechanical Engineering position
• Strong experience with SolidWorks 3D CAD
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Knowledge of machinery, rotating equipment, pressure vessels or other process plant equipment would be beneficial
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• 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 SolidWorks 3D CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Reverse Engineering, developing products, testing and prototyping
• 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.