ROLE – Mechanical Design Engineer
SALARY - £40,000- £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
TYPE – Permanent
Location- North-East Birmingham
My client is a specialist manufacturer. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in North-East Birmingham on a permanent basis.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
• Experienced Mechanical Design Engineer, ideally with strong Product Development and Project Management skills
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including sheet metal, fabrication, welded parts and machining
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo etc.
• Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.
• Be able to read engineering drawings
• Strong leadership skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects at once and deliver results on time and budget
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Be able to work well individually as well as part of a team
Responsibilities include:
• Lead and Project Manage the Design, Prototyping, Development, Testing and Introduction of new products
• Designing and developing new products
• Using 3D CAD on a daily basis for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Identifying and managing full lifecycle projects, from bid generation to manufacture and delivery
• Presenting your designs and justifying decisions for internal and customer reviews
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Producing detailed works schedules, resource and projects plans
• Liaising with clients as required keeping them up to date with project progress
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Working with design, purchasing and production departments
• Being involved in final assembly of products
• Presenting project plans and reports to management
• Reporting progress, managing risks and responding to issues
• Checking drawings for sign off
• Maintaining technical documentation as required
• Working in a small, multidisciplined team
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible