Mechanical Design Engineer - Lifting Systems & Crane Accessories

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

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Chester is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in Lifting Systems. Responsibilities include designing hoisting equipment and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate must have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and SolidWorks experience, along with strong communication skills. A salary range of £40,000 - £50,000 is offered along with benefits including matched pension and annual leave.

Benefits

4% matched pension

2x death in service

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment with SolidWorks.
• Ability to complete mechanical engineering calculations.
• Physically fit for hands-on maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate engineering drawings and Bills of Materials.
• Design mechanical components and develop complete assemblies.
• Ensure compliance to industry standards.

Skills

SolidWorks or related design experience

Mechanical Engineering calculations

Excellent communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineer degree (BEng, BSME, MEng, MME, IMechE)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft 365

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer - Lifting Systems & Crane Accessories

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer - Lifting Systems

Location: Chester Office

Remuneration: £40,000 - £50,000

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

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

• Mechanical Design Engineer dealing with the 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 develop complete assemblies using SolidWorks
• Creating new manufacturing drawings whilst also reviewing and updating current drawings
• Ensuring products and drawings are compliant to industry standards
• Supporting the prototyping, testing and validation phases of new product development
• Manage materials and Bills of Materials (BOMs) within SAP, including scheduling, usage tracking, cost control, and inventory oversight
• Support Engineering and Operations in the effective management and maintenance of the Quality Assurance system
• Being mindful of Kaizen / continuous improvement (CI) at all times
• May be required to get hands on with maintenance of the manufacturing site

The ideal applicant will be a Mechanical Design Engineer - Lifting Systems with:

• Must have SolidWorks or related design experience within a manufacturing environment
• Must have Mechanical Engineer degree (BEng, BSME, MEng, MME, IMechE) or extensive time served experience
• Ideally will have experience dealing with of hoisting equipment, crane systems, lifting clamps, winches, material handling solutions, automotive, aerospace, nuclear, heavy plant, machinery, manufacturing equipment
• Ability to complete relevant mechanical engineering calculations
• IT literate (SAP & Microsoft 365)
• Physically fit as the role will required a hands on approach
• Excellent communication skills across all levels