ROLE – Mechanical Design Engineer
SALARY - £30,000-£40,000, dependent on experience
TYPE – Permanent
LOCATION – Southampton
My client designs and manufactures bespoke equipment. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Southampton on a permanent basis.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
* At least 1-3 years’ experience in a similar Design / Mechanical Engineering position
* Strong 3D CAD skills - ideally Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo or similar
* Experience designing sheet metal, precision equipment, machinery, or electronic products
* Degree qualified or similar in Mechanical Engineering
* Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.
* Experienced designing products from concept to production
* 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:
* Being responsible for the Design and Development of various electromechanical products
* Using Inventor 3D CAD software for design on a day-to-day basis
* Developing ideas from concept to production
* Creating models/prototypes
* Liaising with clients and developing solutions for design specifications
* Collaborating with different departments to ensure the smooth delivery of projects
* Maintaining technical drawings and documentation
* Providing technical guidance and support
* Supporting product Testing, Verification & Validation
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.