ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer LOCATION- Reading TERM- Permanent SALARY- £40,000-£50,000 per annum, dependent on experience My client is a manufacturer within the Automotive industry. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Reading on a permanent basis. The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes: Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar At least 2 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering position Background in Automotive, Motorsport or related industries Passionate about cars, with a good understanding of engines, chassis, gearboxes etc. Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor etc. 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 The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve: Using SolidWorks CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings Planning and overseeing the first build of new products and being involved in validation tests Liaising with manufacturing providers Being involved in final assembly of products Creating the required documentation for design as well as p...