Mechanical Design Engineer

Hunter Selection; Taunton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Taunton seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will research and develop design applications, manage projects through production, and require 3+ years in mechanical design. Proficiency in CAD tools like Inventor and SolidWorks is essential. This role offers a competitive salary, training opportunities, and great benefits including 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

Clear progression routes

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in similar mechanical design.
• Solid understanding of mechanical engineering, physics, mathematics, metalworking & plastics.
• Focused on project solutions to time/specification & cost.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for researching, planning & developing new and improving design applications.
• Preparation, production & modification of design schemes and detailed drawings.
• Manage designs through to production and customer installation.

Skills

2D & 3D modelling / CAD

Problem solving

Strong communication skills

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer - Taunton - Somerset

£45,000 - £50,000 per annum

Our client is a leading manufacturer dedicated to producing products whose quality is recognized as second to none. With a strong order book and growth into various export markets, they are looking for a Design Engineer to join their Engineering team.

Role & Responsibilities

• Responsible for researching, planning & developing new and improving existing design applications
• Preparation, production & modification of design schemes, calculations, BOMs & detailed drawings
• Complete projects within product development guidelines, including design for production and appropriate field service solutions to product performance requirements, costs & schedules
• Create designs using 2D & 3D CAD – Inventor & SolidWorks software
• Manage designs through to production and customer installation
• Review incoming engineering change/design requests from customers
• Ensure that service requirements are included in all designs

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering (essential)
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (desirable)
• Highly competent in 2D & 3D modelling / CAD – Inventor & SolidWorks
• Aptitude for problem solving & analysing data
• Solid understanding of mechanical engineering, physics, mathematics, metalworking & plastics
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar mechanical design
• Focused individual on delivery of project solutions to time/specification & cost
• Able to work to project deadlines & prioritise own workload
• Strong communication skills – liaising with design team, customers, production staff & projects

Benefits Package

• Clear progression routes, development & training opportunities
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Onsite parking

If you are interested in this position or similar roles please send your CV to Emma Hardman. If you are interested, please click 'apply'.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

We can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position.