Mechanical Design Project Engineer – Special Purpose Machinery
Location: Nottingham – Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum D.O.E. Overtime available.
Express Recruitment is representing a special‑purpose machinery manufacturer in Nottingham, seeking a full‑time Mechanical Design Project Engineer.
Responsibilities
* Provide mechanical engineering solutions and designs for all company products.
* Take responsibility for mechanical aspects of projects from conception to commissioning.
* Generate project‑related documents using CAD and related software.
* Attend internal and external meetings, including visits to customer sites for technical support and design expertise.
* Design initial concepts and contribute to costing and timescale reviews.
* Adhere to client specifications while complying with safe working practices and company standards.
Qualifications & Skills
* Experience using 3D CAD for designing machines, jig fixtures, and/or mechanisms – SolidWorks experience highly desirable.
* Knowledge of applying tolerances and preparing detailed drawings and schematics.
* Experience designing special‑purpose machinery desirable.
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar, or HND with relevant industry experience.
* Full, clean UK driving licence (mandatory for occasional travel to customer sites).
* Proven ability to collaborate with Project Managers and design teams.
Vacancy Summary
* Hours: Full time, Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours/week. (Mon/Tue 8:00‑17:00, Wed/Thu 8:00‑17:00; Fri 8:00‑12:30).
* Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum D.O.E., overtime paid 1.33× for hours after the first two overtime hours.
* Job Type: Full Time, Office Based, Permanent.
* Location: Nottingham, UK.
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