Job Description
ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer
LOCATION- Portsmouth
TERM- Permanent
SALARY- Dependent on experience
My client is a manufacturer within the Automotive industry. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Portsmouth on a permanent basis.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
* Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
* At least 2 years of experience in a similar Design Engineering position
* Have a keen interest in the Motorsport and Automotive industry
* Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as Catia V5, SolidWorks, Inventor etc.
* Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
* Strong knowledge of plastic injection moulding
* Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
* Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
* Proficient using MS Office
* Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
* Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team
The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:
* Using Catia and SolidWorks CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
* 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
* Working in a multi-disciplinary team on varied projects
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.