Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Exeter, Devon - Skypark
Job type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00am - 16:30pm / 08:30am - 17:00pm
Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 per annum
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions, operating as an employment agency, are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients team at the Skypark in Exeter.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of new product development projects - from concept through to production - while playing a key role in maintaining and refining an existing product portfolio.
The role:
Designing and specifying new products, while supporting improvements to existing lines
Creating production-ready designs and engineering drawings using Solid Edge (or SolidWorks)
Conducting DFMEA and tolerance analysis to ensure reliability and manufacturability
Collaborating with departments including Development, Production Engineering, and Purchasing
Supporting cost reduction initiatives and improving product efficiency
Managing BOMs and design documentation throughout the NPD lifecycle
Working to project timelines, quality standards and ISO9001:2015 processes
About you:
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Proven experience taking products from prototype to mass production
Strong understanding of sheet metal design and manufacturing methods
Skilled in Solid Edge (SolidWorks considered) and 2D drawing generation using GD&T best practice
Experience with DFMEA, tolerance stack-up analysis, and design for manufacture principles
Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisation skills
Flexible, proactive, and quality-driven approach
Benefits:
Electric vehicle lease and cycle to work schemes
Flexi time policy
Employee assistance program
Generous staff discounts on their products
Discounts for supermarkets, cinema tickets and gifts
2 day a week working from home policy where possible
Enhanced holiday allowance
To apply, please submit your CV via the Apply Now button or contact Shannon Bunch on (url removed)