ROLE- Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer LOCATION- Reading TERM- Permanent SALARY- £25,000 - £30,000, dependent on experience My client designs and manufactures specialist equipment for the Motorsport 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: 0-2 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar A keen interest in the Motorsport industry Experience designing enclosures for electromechanical equipment would be ideal Experience designing equipment for harsh environments would also be beneficial Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, 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 CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings 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