ROLE- Mechanical Design LeadTERM- PermanentLOCATION - WashingtonSALARY- £45,000 - £55,000 (Dependant on experience)My client designs and manufactures Automation and Special Purpose Machinery for a variety of sectors. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Lead to join their team near Washington on a permanent basis.The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
* HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
* At least 3 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position
* Previous experience in a similar role in an Automation or SPM environment
* Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo etc.
* Leadership qualities, being able to work well and motivate others within the Design Team
* 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:
1. Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
2. Working with the Design Manager in translating conceptual design...