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