We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum
Location: Tiverton
Shift: Monday - Thursday 8:15am-5pm Friday 8:30am-4pm
Permanent contract
JDR is recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to work in a manufacturing site in Tiverton.
The Role:
As a Mechanical Design Engineer you will be working within a manufacturing environment and your duties will be as follows:
Research, plan, and develop new designs and improve existing applications for special purpose machinery, conveyors, structural steelwork, and general fabrications
Deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions from concept through to production and customer installation
Prepare, produce, and modify design schemes, calculations, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and detailed drawings
Perform engineering calculations and simulations to analyse performance, efficiency, and safety, using data to make improvements
Create designs using 2D and 3D CAD software (SolidWorks and AutoCAD)
Manage design projects, ensuring completion within time, cost, and specification constraints; occasionally lead project teams
Review incoming engineering change/design requests and incorporate service requirements into all designs
Ensure designs comply with industry standards, regulations, and client specifications
Prepare technical reports and provide documentation as required
Collaborate effectively with sales, production, procurement, and project teams
Qualifications & Skills Required:
As a Mechanical Design Engineer you will have the following skills and experience:
Minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering (Degree desirable)
At least 3 years' experience in a similar mechanical design role
Proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD for 2D and 3D modelling
Strong understanding of mechanical principles, physics, mathematics, material selection, and engineering analysis
Proven experience delivering projects for industrial sectors
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
Ability to prioritise workload and meet project deadlines
Focused on delivering solutions that meet performance, cost, and schedule requirements
The Benefits:
Salary £35,000 - £42,000 depending on experience
A discretionary bonus may be payable as soon as possible following our year end results
A discretionary Christmas bonus may be payable in December
Company Pension
Healthcare cash plan
Option to self-fund private medical care
Sick pay
Death in service life cover up to 100k
Long service awards
There will be 5 weeks paid holiday per year plus statutory bank holidays
Free parking
If interested apply today to start your new career!
JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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