W Talent are partnering with a heavy engineering business based in Otley, West Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a variety of engineering projects and support the delivery of high-quality manufactured products.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce models and manufacturing drawings from written specifications and concept designs.
* Support Design Managers and Project Engineers by delivering detailed design drawings within project timelines.
* Ensure accuracy and consistency of technical content across manufacturing drawings and bills of materials.
* Ensure all drawing construction and numbering adheres to internal drawing system standards.
* Work under the direction of the Project Engineer / Design Manager.
* Deliver manufacturing drawings on time in line with the project schedule.
* Liaise with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical and aligned with production capabilities.
* Undertake occasional site visits for surveys or to resolve technical / engineering issues.
* Develop 3D models and produce / check manufacturing drawings for issue.
* Ensure complete and accurate bills of materials are produced.
* Escalate any critical mechanical design or safety concerns to the Project Engineer / Design Manager.
* Assist with investigations into errors and contribute to identifying root causes.
* Participate in design and production review meetings as required.
* Produce simple design calculations for approval.
* Carry out any additional duties appropriate to the role and business needs.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
* HNC or Degree in Mechanical, Product or Design Engineering.
* Experience using Autodesk Inventor (preferred) or other 3D design software.
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
* Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
* Any experience in fabrication and sheet-metal design would prove highly advantageous but not essential.
Salary & Benefits
* Salary £30,000 to £40,000, depending on experience
* Generous holiday allowance and flexible working options to support a positive work-life balance
* Excellent progression opportunities within a growing engineering team
* Ongoing training and professional development to support your career growth
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