Our client are a highly reputable, long standing manufacturing company, based in Southend on Sea, Essex. They are recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to assist with the team in gaining a working understanding on engineering principles empowering the team with greater knowledge and understanding. Daily tasks * Designing for various manufacturing processes including machining, extrusions, injection moulding, sheet metal work, 3D printing, stamping etc. * Hands on prototyping, testing, and refining making use of available rapid prototype technologies. * Ongoing revision of existing designs, cost engineering and improving manufacturability. * Mechanical concept design for HiFi and non HiFi products. * Using SolidWorks including 3D modelling, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawing creation with tolerancing. * Component sourcing and purchasing working closely with the Design, Supplier and Parts co-ordinators with new and existing suppliers to achieve desired parts whilst maintaining good working relationships. * Sharing of knowledge towards junior team members progression development and understanding of mechanical design. * Where necessary supplier/sub-contractor visits to communicate designs and prove manufacturability. Requirements Natural understanding of mechanical design. Strong sketching and communication skills. Understanding of engineering principles. Meticulous attent...