Role: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Location:
Dorset, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
3
Posted:
04.06.2025
Expiry Date:
19.07.2025
Job Description:
Role: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Dorset
Type: Permanent
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
My client designs and manufactures specialist equipment and precision parts. They are looking to hire a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Dorset on a permanent basis.
Qualifications and Attributes:
* At least 5 years of experience in a similar CAD Design / Mechanical Development position
* Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ in Mechanical Engineering or similar
* Knowledge of machinery, robotics, rotating equipment, and precision components
* Experience in a manufacturing environment
* Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, etc.
* Strong theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Good organizational and time management skills
* Ability to work independently and in a small multidisciplinary team
Responsibilities:
* Using CAD for concept design and technical drawings
* Reverse engineering, product development, testing, and prototyping
* Liaising with manufacturing providers
* Involvement in final assembly of products
* Creating design documentation and project reports/plans
* Updating 3D models and drawings
* Entering parts into the MRP system and creating BOMs
* Checking drawings for sign-off
* Working within a small multidisciplinary team on various projects
If interested, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.
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