Mechanical Design Engineer
* Salary: Up to £40,000 DoE
* Location: Ely, Cambridge
* Job Type: Permanent
We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our innovative team. This role involves the design, development, and implementation of technically innovative and commercially competitive new products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering or product design and be passionate about bringing prototypes to market.
Day to Day of the Role:
* Design and develop new products, ensuring they are technically innovative and commercially competitive.
* Perform rapid prototyping, prototype builds, functional lab testing, and analysis of test data.
* Utilise tools such as tolerance analysis, FMEA/DFMA, and computer simulation to ensure robust designs.
* Produce manufacturing and technical drawings, BOMs, and maintain technical documentation.
* Ensure all designs comply with contract specifications and industry standards.
* Liaise with clients to capture requirements and prepare proposals.
* Collaborate with external manufacturing partners and suppliers to deliver high-quality products.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* A 2:1 degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related discipline.
* Strong creative and technical abilities in concept generation, engineering analysis, and detail design.
* Enthusiasm for innovation and creativity, with a proactive approach to product development.
* Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks and Creo desirable).
* Knowledge of drawing and design standards and a competent understanding of design for manufacture.
* Understanding of a wide range of manufacturing techniques, materials, and assembly processes.
* Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
* Good problem-solving skills and understanding of root cause analysis.
* Ability to plan and prioritise, work to deadlines and under pressure.
Desirable:
* Industry experience within an engineering role or previous internship.
* Knowledge of developing plastic injection moulded components for mass manufacture.
* PDM system experience.
* Software coding experience (VBA or Python).
Benefits:
* Competitive salary..
* Be part of a friendly and experienced team.
* Engage in a role that supports the entire product lifecycle.
* Work in a flexible and high-quality service environment.
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