Mechanical Design Engineer

Trades Workforce Solutions; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Taunton is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role and strong skills in 3D CAD, particularly using Inventor or SolidWorks. Responsibilities include managing the full product lifecycle, collaborating with clients and teams, and providing technical guidance. A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is essential. Competitive salary between £40,000 and £50,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, sheet metal, and precision components.
• Experience in designing products from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Use CAD for concept design and produce technical drawings.
• Manage the full product lifecycle from concept to production.
• Provide technical support and guidance.

Skills

3D CAD skills

Machinery design

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

ROLE – Mechanical Design Engineer

SALARY – £40,000-£50,000, dependent on experience

TYPE – Permanent

LOCATION – Taunton

My client designs and manufactures bespoke machinery. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in the Taunton area on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar Mechanical Design Engineering position
• Experienced with machinery design, hydraulics, sheet metal and precision components
• Strong 3D CAD skills – ideally Inventor or SolidWorks
• Knowledge of rotating equipment, SPM, valves, pumps, actuators, pneumatics, gauges, piping etc. would be beneficial
• Strong practical skills – hand calculations, verification, validation, FEA, testing, prototyping
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / ONC qualified or similar in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Experienced designing products from concept to production
• Able to manage projects and work to deadlines and budgets
• Able to maintain technical documentation and BOM entry
• Innovative, accurate and passionate about design
• Be technically minded with a head for problem solving
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills
• Able to work well individually as well as part of a team

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Using Inventor software for design on a day-to-day basis
• Being responsible for research, hand calculations, FEA, testing and prototyping
• Managing the full product lifecycle from concept to production
• Creating models/prototypes
• Liaising with clients and developing solutions for design specifications
• Collaborating with different departments to ensure the smooth delivery of projects
• Maintaining technical drawings and documentation
• Providing technical guidance and support
• Supporting product Testing, Verification & Validation
• Supporting more junior members of the team

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.

For more information about this role please apply, or email Sarah Lody on [e-mail] who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks, Premier Group