Our client is a leading engineering consultancy offering bespoke mechanical engineering, design, and draughting services. Leveraging the latest CAD technology, our designs and assemblies operate successfully across various applications both in the UK and worldwide.
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in CAD software, possess a deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles, and have experience conducting FEA and simulation analyses. You will play a crucial role in turning conceptual designs into reality, ensuring compliance with industry standards while delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Create bespoke designs, components, and assemblies using advanced CAD systems.
* Perform FEA and simulation analyses, including structural, stress, deflection, linear/non-linear, buckling, and fatigue analyses.
* Collaborate with clients’ engineering teams to ensure seamless project integration.
* Verify designs against recognized industry standards (e.g., British Standards, Lloyds, DNV).
* Provide technical recommendations to reduce design iterations and prototyping costs.
* Contribute to solving complex engineering problems involving mechanics, dynamics, and thermodynamics.
* Maintain documentation and reporting for all design and analysis activities.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
* Proven experience in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA.
* Strong knowledge of mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, and material science.
* Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools.
* Familiarity with industry standards (British Standards, Lloyds, DNV) is highly desirable.
* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with clients and team members