Mechanical Engineer: Design, Prototyping & Troubleshooting

P&S Personnel Services Limited; Norwich; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

P+S Recruitment are seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a full-time, permanent role based in Norwich. The successful candidate will design, develop and modify mechanical assemblies and components, using 2D/3D CAD and providing cost estimates where required.

You will check drawings, perform DFMEA risk assessments, support manufacturing with new tooling, and collaborate with suppliers and customers while maintaining compliance with quality and health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in an engineering role with industrial machinery.
• Proficient in 2D/3D CAD and drafting documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design, redesign, layout and detail assemblies and components.
• Check drawings for form, fit, tolerance and conformance to standards.
• Develop improvements to equipment and processes, including cost estimates.
• Support manufacturing with new or modified products and train teams.
• Manage workload in line with priorities.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and propose solutions.
• Carry out risk assessments and DFMEA.
• Collaborate with internal departments, suppliers and customers.
• Conduct prototype builds and in-house tests, draft reports.
• Comply with HR, quality, safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Fault finding

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team player

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

2D CAD

3D CAD

Drafting

Job description

P+S Recruitment are seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a full-time, permanent role based in Norwich. The successful candidate will design, develop and modify mechanical assemblies and components, using 2D/3D CAD and providing cost estimates where required.

You will check drawings, perform DFMEA risk assessments, support manufacturing with new tooling, and collaborate with suppliers and customers while maintaining compliance with quality and health and safety standards.