Mechanical Design Engineer
Corby, NN18
Salary: GBP35,000 - GBP45,000 (DOE)
24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
The company:
Our client is a leading provider of mechanical engineering services in the area, supplying, designing, and installing bespoke materials handling equipment and special purpose machinery. Established in the area, they have built a strong reputation for delivering quality service at competitive prices.
Their team designs and fabricates a variety of products, including conveyor systems, piping, structural steel work, ducting, small machinery, and more. They pride themselves on providing turnkey solutions and maintain a high standard of craftsmanship and innovation.
As a business, they are experiencing growth and a consistent large volume of incoming projects; as such, they are looking to expand their design team to allow them to run additional projects simultaneously. They currently employ around 30 employees across the business, with 3 engineers in the design team. Last year they achieved a turnover of around GBP3-3.5 million, growing from GBP2.5-3 million of the previous year.
The role:
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be an integral part of the close-knit design team, working on a variety of projects from initial conception to installation.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Designing whole machinery as well as individual components
* Offering a cradle-to-grave solution
* Using SolidWorks and AutoCAD Lite
* Producing both 3D and 2D drawings (with a large focus on 3D)
* Attending site visits and consulting clients to understand project requirements
* Creating detailed workshop drawings and overseeing the fabrication process
* Managing multiple projects and ensuring timely delivery
* Collaborating with clients and internal teams to plan installations
What we are looking for in a candidate:
* Previous use of SolidWorks or a similar CAD package
* A general understanding of engineering principles and the ability to problem-solve
* Experience within the food processing, conveyor systems, or sheet metal industry
* Experience designing SPM and building prototypes
* Strong project management skills and the ability to manage your own workload
* Capable of working within a customer-facing role and offering a consultative service to clients
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently
The Benefits:
* Competitive salary package - GBP35k - GBP45K depending on experience
* More qualified candidates would be welcome to apply, and a more competitive salary would be discussed if additional experience can be brought to the role
* Office-based role; however, flexible working can be offered
* Early finish on a Friday: 8am-5pm (Mon-Thu), 8am-4pm (Fri)
* 24 days of annual leave + bank holidays, with an additional day for every 3 years of service
* A supportive and collaborative work environment
* Opportunities for professional development and career growth
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking to join a growing company, we want to hear from you!
Please send your CV to Matt Taylor at (url removed) or give me a call on (phone number removed).
ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
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