Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the precision parts industry is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer for a permanent role in Dorset. The position requires expertise in CAD design, strong mechanical engineering knowledge, and excellent communication skills. You will play a key role in product development, testing, and documentation, contributing to various projects in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in CAD Design / Mechanical Development.
• Qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of machinery and precision components.

Responsibilities

• Creating technical drawings using CAD.
• Involvement in product testing and prototyping.
• Liaising with manufacturing providers for final assembly.

Skills

CAD Design

Mechanical Development

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD Software

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

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maidstone, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

ROLE- Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

LOCATION- Dorset

TERM- Permanent

SALARY- £40,000- £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

My client designs and manufactures specialist equipment and precision parts. They are looking to take on a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Dorset on a permanent basis.

The Principal Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar CAD Design / Mechanical Development position
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Knowledge of machinery, robotics, rotating equipment and precision components
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor etc.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

The Principal Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Reverse Engineering, developing products, testing and prototyping
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Being involved in final assembly of products
• Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
• Checking drawings for sign off
• Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.