ROLE – Mechanical Design Engineer
LOCATION - Cardiff
TERM- Permanent
SALARY- £35,000 - £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience
My client is a manufacturer of specialist products for a variety of sectors, and they are looking to take on a Mechanical Design Engineer on a permanent basis in the Cardiff area.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
* Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
* Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
* Experience with Sheet Metal/Metalwork is necessary for this role
* Experience with Plastics/Injection Moulding would also be beneficial
* Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as CATIA V5, Inventor, SolidWorks, etc.
* Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
* Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team
* Have the ability to carry out mechanical calculations
* Any previous experience of working with process machinery or steel / metal materials would be desirable
* Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
* Proficient using MS Office
* Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:
* Working within the current engineering team with other Design Engineers
* Producing 3D designs using CATIA V5 and 2D designs with AutoCAD
* Liaising with manufacturing providers
* Being involved in final assembly of products
* Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
* Updating 3D models and drawings
* Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
* Checking drawings for sign off
* Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.