Mechanical Design Engineer – Lifting Systems & Crane Accessories

Mitchell Maguire; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chester is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to work on lifting systems and crane accessories. The role involves mechanical design, creating engineering drawings, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a Mechanical Engineering degree or related experience, proficiency in SolidWorks, and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary of GBP40,000 – GBP50,000 and various benefits including pension and annual leave.

Benefits

4% matched pension

2x death in service

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• SolidWorks or related design experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical Engineering degree or substantial time-served experience.
• Experience with hoisting and lifting equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and manufacture of hoisting equipment and crane systems.
• Deliver accurate engineering drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Design mechanical components using SolidWorks.

Skills

SolidWorks or related design experience

Mechanical Engineering degree or extensive experience

Experience with hoisting equipment and crane systems

Ability to perform mechanical engineering calculations

IT literacy (SAP & Microsoft 365)

Excellent communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree (BEng, BSME, MEng, MME)

Tools

SolidWorks

SAP

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Design Engineer – Lifting Systems & Crane Accessories

Location: Chester Office

Remuneration: GBP40,000 – GBP50,000

Benefits: 4% matched pension, 2x death in service, 25 days annual leave

Role summary

The role of the Mechanical Design Engineer – Lifting Systems will involve:

• Mechanical design and manufacture of hoisting equipment, crane systems, lifting clamps, winches & material handling solutions
• Delivering accurate engineering drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Designing mechanical components and developing complete assemblies using SolidWorks
• Creating new manufacturing drawings and reviewing/updating current drawings
• Ensuring products and drawings comply with industry standards
• Supporting prototyping, testing and validation phases of new product development
• Managing materials and BOMs within SAP, including scheduling, usage tracking, cost control and inventory oversight
• Supporting Engineering and Operations in maintaining the Quality Assurance system
• Maintaining Kaizen / continuous improvement (CI) focus
• May be required to assist with hands-on maintenance of the manufacturing site

Qualifications & requirements

• SolidWorks or related design experience within a manufacturing environment
• Mechanical Engineering degree (BEng, BSME, MEng, MME, IMechE) or extensive time-served experience
• Experience with hoisting equipment, crane systems, lifting clamps, winches, material handling solutions; automotive, aerospace, nuclear, heavy plant, machinery or manufacturing equipment is a plus
• Ability to perform relevant mechanical engineering calculations
• IT literacy (SAP & Microsoft 365)
• Physically fit for a hands-on role
• Excellent communication skills across all levels