Job Description
MTrec’s new career opportunity
Our client are specialists in their market sector, they are looking to recruit a Design Engineer on a permanent basis.
The Job you’ll do
* As Design Engineer you will support the design and development of new and bespoke products within a specialist manufacturing environment.
* You will work across the full product lifecycle, from initial concept through to manufacture, testing, and market launch, while supporting continuous improvement across products and processes.
* Design and develop new and bespoke products from concept through to market launch, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners.
* Translate customer and business requirements into robust, manufacturable, and cost effective design solutions.
* Manage allocated design and development activities to agreed timescales.
* Convert customer enquiries into development samples and complementary product lines.
* Produce and maintain accurate 3D CAD models and technical drawings using SolidWorks, including assemblies and detailed component drawings.
* Manage product structures, bills of materials and documentation using the IFS MRP system.
* Ensure designs comply with recognised engineering standards, including the correct application of ISO limits, fits and geometric tolerancing.5
* Design precision machined components, including close tolerance turned, milled and moulded parts.
* Work with Operations and Quality teams to optimise designs for manufacture, quality and cost.
* Identify, evaluate, and work with suppliers to support technical capability, component availability, lead times and cost estimation.
* Support prototype, testing and validation activities, including the development of in house test rigs and facilities.
* Provide technical support to customers, suppliers and the Sales team.
* Support product innovation and cost reduction initiatives aligned with business strategy.
* Support continuous improvement activities across engineering and manufacturing.
About You
* Have a strong background in mechanical design engineering, with experience delivering practical, manufacturable design solutions within a production or manufacturing environment. Confident working with 3D CAD systems, particularly SolidWorks or similar, and experienced in producing detailed engineering drawings and documentation to recognised standards.
* You will have a good understanding of manufacturing processes and be experienced in the design of precision machined components, including close tolerance parts.
* Experience managing bills of materials and working with MRP systems is essential, along with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks to deadlines.
* You will be a collaborative and proactive individual, comfortable working with colleagues across the business, as well as engaging with suppliers and customers to resolve technical issues and support product development.
* You will ideally hold a minimum of an HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering.
* However, candidates with relevant Electrical Engineering experience may also be considered, particularly where this has been gained within a design, manufacturing, or industrial engineering environment.
* Applicants will be considered where they can demonstrate a strong and consistent work history within a relevant engineering or manufacturing environment, supported by proven technical capability, practical experience, and problem-solving skills.
The Rewards and the Benefits
* Holiday buy & sell.
* Car scheme.
* Competitive pay.
* Enhanced pension.
* Training & development.