Mechanical Design Engineer

TipTopJob; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in West Midlands is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to create technical drawings and support product assembly. The ideal candidate has a relevant engineering degree and 2+ years of CAD experience. Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or Inventor is essential. This permanent position offers a salary between GBP 35,000 and GBP 45,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Degree or similar in Mechanical Engineering required.
• At least 2 years of experience in Design Engineering or CAD position.
• Proficient using 3D CAD software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Use CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings.
• Liaise with manufacturing providers.
• Be involved in final assembly of products.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

Job description

Overview

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

Term: Permanent

Location: Birmingham

Salary: GBP 35,000 – GBP 45,000, dependent on experience

My client provides bespoke products and steel engineering solutions for manufacture. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Birmingham on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• At least 2 years' experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• 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