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Mechanical Design Engineer

Telford
4 months ago
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ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer

LOCATION - Telford

TERM- Permanent

SALARY- £35,000- £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

My client designs and manufactures specialist machinery and precision parts. They are looking to take on a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Telford on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

At least 3 years of experience in a similar CAD Design / Mechanical Development position
Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
Knowledge of machinery, robotics, rotating equipment and precision components
Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor etc.
Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Proficient using MS Office
Excellent organisational skills and time management skills 

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:

Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
Reverse Engineering, developing products, testing and prototyping
Liaising with manufacturing providers
Being involved in final assembly of products
Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
Updating 3D models and drawings
Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
Checking drawings for sign off 

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible

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