R&D Mechanical Design Engineer | CAD & Sheet Metal Expert

Acorn Recruitment

Exeter

On-site

GBP 24,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a UK manufacturer in a hands-on R&D role. You will own projects from concept to production, delivering improvements to products, processes and manufacturing efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have strong 3D CAD skills, experience with sheet metal manufacturing, prototyping and design for manufacture. You will collaborate with production, quality and engineering teams to drive innovation and performance.

Qualifications

A degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Design or a related engineering discipline.
Strong experience with 3D CAD modelling and technical drawings.
Good knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing, materials and tolerances.
Experience in product design, prototyping and design for manufacture.
Strong communication, organisational and project management skills.
Experience with Solid Edge, FMEA, folding simulation software or PDM/PLM systems would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

Lead R&D and product improvement projects from concept through to manufacture.
Produce 3D CAD models, 2D drawings and manufacturing documentation.
Develop designs for sheet metal manufacture and assembly.
Drive improvements in product quality, performance, reliability and cost.
Manage engineering changes, design reviews and technical problem-solving.
Liaise with suppliers and support pre-production builds.
Work collaboratively with production, quality and engineering teams to improve manufacturing efficiency and product performance.