Job Description
Senior Mechanical Project Engineer - Automation Materials Handling Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + benefits
Are you a mechanical engineering expert passionate about transforming materials handling through innovative automation solutions? Our client - a leading Oxfordshire manufacturer - is seeking a technically driven Project Engineer to drive their mechanical design strategy.
Technical Requirements:
* MEng/BEng in Mechanical Engineering
* Expert knowledge of mechanical system design
* Advanced 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks/AutoCAD essential)
* Deep understanding of conveyor system mechanical architectures
* Experience designing robust material handling mechanical interfaces
* Proven track record in specifying mechanical components for industrial automation
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop detailed mechanical design specifications for automated systems
* Create comprehensive mechanical load calculations and stress analyses
* Design precision material transport mechanisms
* Develop mechanical integration strategies with electrical/control systems
* Produce detailed manufacturing technical documentation
* Manage mechanical aspects of complex automation projects
Technical Expertise Demanded:
* Minimum 5 years mechanical design experience in automation/materials handling
* Strong understanding of mechanical tolerancing and fit principles
* Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA)
* Knowledge of BS/ISO mechanical engineering standards
* Experience with industrial motion control mechanical systems
Company Offers:
* Cutting-edge engineering environment
* Technical development programmes
* Competitive mechanical engineering salary package
* Pension
* Healthcare
* Performance bonuses