ROLE- Mechanical Design EngineerLOCATION- HerefordTERM- PermanentSALARY- £30,000 - £50,000 per annum, dependent on experienceMy client manufactures a specialist products for a variety of sectors. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Hereford.The Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation positionDegree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar is desirable, but not a necessityPrevious experience with Sheet-Metal / Fabrication is desired.Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo etc.Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerancesHave the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary teamHave the ability to carry out mechanical calculationsAny previous experience of working with process machinery or steel / metal materials would be desirableExcellent communication skills both verbal and writtenProficient using MS OfficeExcellent organisational skills and time management skillsThe Design Engineer role will involve:Working within the current engineering team with other Design EngineersProducing 3D designs using Autodesk Inventor CAD software and 2D designs with AutoCADLiaising with manufacturing providersBeing involved in final assembly of productsCreating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plansUpdating 3D models and drawingsInputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMsChecking drawings for sign offWorking in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projectsIf you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.