Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Omega Resource Group; Queen Charlton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in innovative engineering solutions is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Design team in Queen Charlton, England. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in mechanical design and will be responsible for developing equipment concepts and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 to £55,000 per annum plus benefits, as well as opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an engineering related position.
• Proven experience of using CAD/PDM packages at minimum intermediate level.
• Knowledge of CE and Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design proposals and tender documents.
• Report problems in the design brief and develop solutions.
• Produce technical documents and drawings considering health & safety.

Skills

Analytical

Self-starter

Team player

Highly motivated

Customer focused

Change and goal orientated

Realistic and pragmatic approach

Project management skills

Ability to assess risk

Good oral and written communication

Attention to detail

Highly computer literate

Proactive

Flexible

Planning & organization skills

Problem solving capability

Influencing and negotiating skills

Good customer/supplier facing skills

Education

Educated to BSc level or equivalent

5+ years in mechanical design

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bristol
Type: Full-Time
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum + Benefits

About the client

This Bristol‑based client is a leader in innovative engineering solutions. They design and deliver cutting‑edge machines that promote efficiency and excellence globally.

The Role

We're seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join my client's Design team, to develop equipment concepts and schemes that create competitive advantage and can be constructed and commissioned safely and effectively. Produce general arrangements, detail drawings and material schedules which are clear, accurate, cost effective, and meet the requirements of the specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of design proposals and tender documents.
• Report problems and deficiencies in the design brief, and develop pragmatic cost‑effective solutions.
• Suggest solutions to problems based on an understanding of the relevant technologies.
• Produce technical information, drawings and associated schedules and documents, taking due account of health & safety requirements, designs, specifications and standards relating to the contract.
• Maintain drawing files and records throughout the duration of the contract.
• Ensure that such design solutions complement and support the manufacture and assembly processes and assist in driving best practice throughout the business.
• Provide technical leadership to production personnel and other staff.
• Ensure as‑built specifications are recorded, and system function is tested and proven prior to commissioning.
• Ensure that products are designed to meet customer expectations, but with modularization and standardization as key focuses.
• Identify opportunities to continuously improve the performance & reliability of existing equipment through innovative design improvements, and where appropriate the use of new emerging technologies.
• Support visits to customers as required, to help achieve sales, commission & test machines and resolve problems.
• Ensure that assigned project tasks are completed on time and to budget.
• Deal with specifiers and/or suppliers & distributors.
• Ensure that all statutory and company procedures & practices are maintained.
• Work with and support other departments to ensure business objectives are achieved.
• Visit Group companies worldwide, as required to support aftermarket, resolve problems, and test machines.
• Promote a safe working environment ensuring compliance with all current legislation.

Skills required

• Analytical
• Self‑starter
• Team player
• Highly motivated
• Customer focused
• Change and goal orientated
• Realistic and pragmatic approach
• Project management skills
• Ability to assess risk
• Good oral and written communication
• Attention to detail
• Highly computer literate
• Proactive
• Flexible
• Planning & organization skills
• Problem solving capability
• Influencing and negotiating skills
• Good customer/supplier facing skills

What We're Looking For

• Educated to BSc level or equivalent, or proven capability in a relevant discipline.
• 5+ years in an engineering related position.
• 5+ years in mechanical design, preferably in packaging or bespoke engineering.
• Proven experience of using CAD/PDM packages at minimum intermediate level, specific experience of SolidWorks/PDM desirable.
• Knowledge of CE and Health & Safety legislation.
• Understanding of continuous improvement techniques.
• Current driving licence and passport.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative engineering projects with global impact.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Be part of a company committed to excellence and ethical standards.

For more information on this role, please contact Paul Furlong on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to…

Candidates who are currently a Design Engineer, product design engineer or Tooling Design Engineer may be suitable for this position.

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