Mechanical design engineers

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Bristol. This exciting role involves taking charge of mechanical project aspects, producing detailed drawings, and collaborating with various departments to ensure timely project completion. The ideal candidate will have advanced 3D modelling skills, particularly in Solid Works, and a strong background in electro-mechanical design. With a focus on intelligent and sustainable packaging technologies, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the pharmaceutical and food industries. Join a company that values innovation and offers a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Staff discount for various retailers

Tech Scheme/Cycle to Work

Medical cash plan

Life Assurance/Death in Service

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in engineering discipline (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Integrated).
• Experienced in the design of electro-mechanical mechanisms and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for all mechanical aspects of project work.
• Produce parts lists, assembly drawings and detail drawings.

Skills

Mechanical Design

3D Modelling (Solid Works)

Electro-Mechanical Design

GD&T

Engineering Calculations

Education

Degree in Engineering

HNC in Engineering

Tools

Solid Works

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer required for a permanent, full time role in Hengrove, Bristol – BS14. Our client is a company specialising in intelligent and sustainable packaging technologies for pharmaceutical and food industries.

• £51,000 - £57,000 per annum, depending on experience
  
  
• 37.5 hrs a week with flexible working hours
  
  
• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays – increasing to 28 after 5 years’ service
  
  
• Ample free parking on site or easily accessible by public transport
  
  

Benefits package includes

• Staff discount for various retailers including access to company benefits platform
  
  
• Tech Scheme/Cycle to Work
  
  
• Medical cash plan and EAP
  
  
• Life Assurance/Death in Service, x7 annual salary
  
  

About the role

• Take responsibility for all the mechanical aspects of project work
  
  
• Produce parts lists, assembly drawings and detail drawings.
  
  
• Document and archive all project related material.
  
  
• Provide assistance to assembly personnel during the build phase of a project and assisting in commissioning.
  
  
• Make occasional visits to both UK and international destinations as necessitated by the customer project or development project requirements.
  
  
• Attend specification meetings with customers and provide authoritative contribution regarding the mechanical design aspects of projects.
  
  
• Carry out risk assessments on machinery and assemblies of machinery.
  
  
• Advise on mechanical Health and Safety aspects of the product range.
  
  
• Attend project meetings and update the Project Managers on engineering progress.
  
  
• Liaise with all departments to ensure projects are completed on time and to budget.
  
  

The right candidate

• Degree qualified in engineering discipline (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Integrated) Minimum HNC
  
  
• Experienced in the design of electro-mechanical mechanisms and equipment.
  
  
• Confident to take the technical lead in a team on occasional larger projects.
  
  
• Knowledge of the machinery directive and UKCA/CE marking.
  
  
• Advanced 3D modelling skills (preferably Solid Works)
  
  
• The ability to read and produce 2D production drawings applying GD&T as necessary
  
  
• Able to perform confirmatory engineering calculations and analysis as required
  
  

If you are interested in this role, please apply online or contact Pertemps Bristol on 0117 929 4422 and speak to James Guyatt.