Job Description ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer LOCATION- Wiltshire TERM- Permanent SALARY- £35,000 - £50,000, dependent on experience My client is a specialist manufacturer in the Defence industry. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Wiltshire on a permanent basis. The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes: At least 2-5 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / Mechanical Engineering position in a manufacturing environment HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment Ideally experienced working with engines, machinery, conveyors, mechatronics and other equipment with moving parts and systems Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor etc. Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Excellent organisational skills and time management skills Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve: Using 3D CAD on a daily basis for concept design and producing technical drawings Presenting your designs and justifying decisions for internal and customer reviews 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 independently and in a small 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.