Senior Design Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Huddersfield seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in mechanical design engineering, proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD, and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Responsibilities include designing machinery, producing technical drawings, and liaising with clients. This role offers a salary of £40,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in a similar Design Engineering position.
• Background in Water related industries, specifically wastewater, is ideal.
• Proficient with sheet metal design and manufacture.

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.

Skills

5+ years experience in Design Engineering

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD

Organizational and time management skills

Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams

Education

Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MS Office

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.

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
• 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
• 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

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

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