Senior Design Engineer

Premier Engineering; Denby Dale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Huddersfield. This permanent position requires at least 5 years of experience and proficiency in CAD, particularly SolidWorks and AutoCAD. Responsibilities include concept design, creating technical drawings, and collaborating with manufacturing partners. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical engineering, with experience in the water industry being an asset.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in a similar Design Engineering / Mechanical Engineering position.
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Experience working with hydraulics and pneumatics is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings.
• Designing conveyors and other machinery.
• Liaising with manufacturing providers and clients.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Mechanical engineering principles

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Role - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

TERM- Permanent

LOCATION - Huddersfield

SALARY- £40,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience)

My client designs and manufactures equipment for Water industry. They are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Huddersfield on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Designing conveyors and other machinery in the Automation sector
• Liaising with manufacturing providers and clients
• Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Creating BOMs
• Checking drawings for sign off
• Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects

Qualifications / Experience

• At least 5 years' experience in a similar Design Engineering / Mechanical Engineering position
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with hydraulics and pneumatics would be beneficial
• A background in Water related industries would also be ideal - Specifically waste water
• 5+ years' experience with sheet metal design and manufacture
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software, they use SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Knowledge of a variety of materials and manufacturing processes
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proficient using MS Office
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

How to apply

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