Mechanical Design Engineer

TipTopJob; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist equipment manufacturer in Southampton is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their small Engineering team. In this role, you will utilize CAD software for concept design and produce technical drawings, while collaborating with manufacturing providers and ensuring quality checks. Ideal candidates will have a relevant engineering qualification and 1-3 years of experience, particularly in manufacturing environments. Skills in SolidWorks and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in Design / Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with sheet metal is beneficial.
• Proficient in using MS Office.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

Job description

ROLE: Mechanical Design Engineer

TERM: Permanent

LOCATION : Southampton

SALARY: GBP 30,000 : GBP 40,000, dependent on experience

My client designs and manufactures specialist equipment for a variety of industries. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their small Engineering team in Southampton 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

: 1:3 years' experience in a similar Design / Mechanical Engineering position

: Experience working with sheet metal would be beneficial

: 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.