Mechanical Engineer

Morson Talent; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a full-time contract role in Birmingham. The successful candidate will design, develop, and test mechanical systems, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Solidworks and strong analytical skills are essential. Occasional travel to project sites may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• Professional certification as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and components.
• Conduct research to gather information on projects.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Proficiency in Solidworks CAD software

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Knowledge of industry standards and regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Solidworks

Mathcad

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: West Midlands, West Midlands, Birmingham

Job Type: Contract, expected to work Full-Time hours on site

Primary Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Secondary Industry: Engineering

Job Description:

Job Duties:

• Designing, developing, and testing mechanical systems and components
• Conducting research to gather information on mechanical engineering projects
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure project success
• Creating technical drawings using CAD software
• Performing quality control checks on mechanical systems
• Providing technical support and guidance to production teams

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Professional certification as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) preferred

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering
• Experience in designing and testing mechanical systems

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency in Solidworks CAD software and other engineering tools (Mathcad)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Previous experience in the manufacturing and production industry

Working Conditions:

• Work primarily in an office or laboratory setting
• May be required to travel to project sites occasionally
• Full-time hours with occasional overtime may be necessary