Mechanical Design Engineer (Theme Park Rides)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design theme park rides and attractions in Derby. You will use SolidWorks to generate detailed drawings and contribute to in-house training and progression toward a Senior role.

The position offers a clear path to Senior Engineer within two years, with 42.5 contracted hours per week and a structured in-house training program. Previous experience with theme park projects is advantageous.

Qualifications

• SolidWorks experience is essential.
• Mechanical background required.
• Interest in theme park rides design is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Designing theme park rides and attractions.
• Using SolidWorks to produce detailed drawings and designs.
• Liaising with Production to ensure smooth project execution.
• Be mentored to develop expertise in this niche field.

Skills

SolidWorks

Mechanical background

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer (Theme Park Rides)

£35,000 - £40,000 + Progression to Senior + Tailored in-house Training

Derby

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with SolidWorks experience, looking for a once in a lifetime opportunity to join a unique company that designs and manufactures attractions for Drayton Manor, Legoland, and Alton Towers?

Are you looking to be molded and developed within an exciting new industry, where you will work your way up to a Senior Engineer within 2 years?

In this role you will be using SolidWorks to design a range of theme park attractions for global use. You will be liaising with Production to ensure smooth running of projects and being constantly mentored to help you become an expert in a niche field.

The company has been going for over 40 years and has become well known in the leisure industry, they work with companies such as Universal, Warner Brothers, and Legoland. Priding themselves on their tailored designs, they look to continue their growth year on year.

This role would suit a Design Engineer from a mechanical background who is looking to join a company making an exciting product and offering progression up to a Senior level.

The Role:

• Designing theme park rides and attractions
• Using SolidWorks, to produce detailed drawings and designs
• Tailored in-house industry training and software
• 8am-5pm Monday to Friday - 42.5 Contracted Hours

The Person:

• Design Engineer
• Mechanical background
• SolidWorks experience

Reference Number: BBBH27023a

Design, Mechanical, Theme Park, Rides, Amusement, Entertainment, Leisure, CAD, AutoCAD, Engineer, Engineering, Production, SolidWorks, 2D, 3D, Nottingham, Derby, Ilkeston, Newthorpe, Heanor

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.