Mechanical Design Engineer

TipTopJob; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a permanent role in Swindon. The successful candidate will create 3D designs, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Ideal applicants should have strong theoretical knowledge, and proficiency in CAD software. This role offers a competitive salary and a chance to contribute to diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to perform mechanical calculations.
• Experience with process machinery or steel/metal materials is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating within the engineering team as a Design Engineer.
• Creating 3D designs using Autodesk Inventor and 2D designs with AutoCAD.
• Reviewing drawings for sign-off and updating 3D models.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Strong theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Education

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

Tools

3D CAD software (e.g. Creo, Inventor, SolidWorks)

MS Office

Job description

ROLE: Mechanical Design Engineer

LOCATION: Swindon

TERM: Permanent

SALARY: GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000 per annum, dependent on experience

My client is a manufacturer of specialist products for various sectors, seeking to hire a Mechanical Design Engineer on a permanent basis in Swindon.

Hands-on or project experience is desirable but not essential for this role.

The Mechanical Design Engineer should ideally possess the following attributes:

• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with Sheet Metal/Metalwork
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as Creo, Inventor, SolidWorks, etc.
• Strong theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge, including core principles and tight tolerances
• Ability to work independently and in a small multidisciplinary team
• Ability to perform mechanical calculations
• Experience with process machinery or steel/metal materials is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Strong organizational and time management skills

The role involves:

• Collaborating within the engineering team with other Design Engineers
• Creating 3D designs using Autodesk Inventor and 2D designs with AutoCAD
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Participating in final assembly of products
• Producing documentation for designs and project reports/plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Entering parts into the MRP system and creating BOMs
• Reviewing drawings for sign-off
• Working on varied projects within a small multidisciplinary team

If interested, please apply with an updated CV as soon as possible. For more details, contact Tom O'Reilly at Premier Group.