Junior Mechanical Design Engineer
Manchester
£28,000 - £32,000
* Progression/Company Development
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Pension scheme 7%
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free onsite parking
Do you think you have the right skills to progress within one of the UK’s largest Engineering company? Torque Consulting on the hunt for a Junior Design Engineer to join their highly skilled team developing new and existing product ranges and supporting the sales and production teams with design and technical information
About the role:
As a Junior Design Engineer, you will be at the front of identifying complex design problems, conduct root-cause failure analyses and anticipate production issues. You will be working closely with other team members and departments to then develop innovative design solutions, evaluate options, conduct test and implement solutions to meet timing, product cost and reliability targets.
Key responsibilities
Assisting in Design and Development : Supporting senior engineers in designing mechanical parts, assemblies, and systems using CAD software (like SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo).
Creating and Modifying CAD Models : Producing 2D drawings and 3D models, modifying existing designs, and ensuring they meet project specifications and industry standards.
Collaborating with Cross-Functional Teams : Working closely with manufacturing, procurement, and quality assurance teams to ensure designs are feasible and cost-effective.
Conducting Engineering Calculations and Simulations : Performing basic calculations for stress, thermal analysis, and material strength to validate designs; running simulations with guidance from senior engineers.
Qualifications
* 1 year as a Design Engineer
* 1 Junior experience using 3D software
* FEA Experience calculations
* Confident in interpreting engineering drawings
Why join us?
We are a family-owned company founded in 1946 and are the UK’s largest engineering company manufacturing high quality Machinery. This fantastic company is now looking to expand its team for more success in the future.
Torque Consulting is a leading supplier of recruitment and headhunting services into the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, Oil & Gas, Technology and Life Sciences. We pride ourselves on providing a service that leaves the personal touch while ensuring efficiency. If the position is not entirely suited to your professional experience, location, or financial expectations, please get in touch with a member of our team to find out about other opportunities. Both Torque Consulting and our client are equal opportunity employers and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status