A globally renowned materials manufacturing business is recruiting a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its R&D team based in Leicester on a permanent basis. As Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a vital role in designing and developing new technology for the manufacturing site – in line with safety requirements. Mechanical Design Engineer responsibilities Design and development of existing & introduction of new technology to the factory in line with safety requirements Identification and implementation of process improvements to reduce manufacturing costs and improve product quality Innovation and technology development (including transfer between sites) to ensure best / consistent practices are used throughout the organisation Delivery of projects within budget, scope and safety requirements Design, development and industrialisation of new and existing manufacturing technologies from various stages of the TRL scale Identification and implementation of process improvements to reduce manufacturing costs, improve product quality and safety NPD introduction to the factory and optimisation of the process Promote a safety-first culture based on human relations and develop individuals through effective coaching Mechanical Design Engineer requirements Degree level qualification in Chemical Engineering or closely related. Strong 3-D CAD (SolidWorks), 2-D (AutoCAD) experience - designing and modifying production equipment/bespoke machinery for manufacture. Manufacturing experience. Computer literacy. Proficient in the use of statistical software and Microsoft Office Suite including MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, or equivalent. Strong communication & reporting skills at all organisational levels Experience delivering engineering projects Experience of data driven/problem solving Process risk and hazard assessment tools (e.g. PFMEA, FMEA, HAZOP) Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Six Sigma, Kaizen etc)