ROLE : Mechanical Design Engineer
SALARY : GBP 40,000: GBP 45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
TYPE : Permanent
Location:North:East Birmingham
My client is a specialist manufacturer. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in North:East Birmingham on a permanent basis.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
- and emsp; and emsp;Experienced Mechanical Design Engineer, ideally with strong Product Development and Project Management skills
- and emsp; and emsp;Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
- and emsp; and emsp;Knowledge of manufacturing processes including sheet metal, fabrication, welded parts and machining
- and emsp; and emsp;Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo etc.
- and emsp; and emsp;Knowledge of a variety of materials : sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.
- and emsp; and emsp;Be able to read engineering drawings
- and emsp; and emsp;Strong leadership skills
- and emsp; and emsp;Proven ability to manage multiple projects at once and deliver results on time and budget
- and emsp; and emsp;Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
- and emsp; and emsp;Be able to work well individually as well as part of a team
Responsibilities include:
- and emsp; and emsp;Lead and Project Manage the Design, Prototyping, Development, Testing and Introduction of new products
- and emsp; and emsp;Designing and developing new products
- and emsp; and emsp;Using 3D CAD on a daily basis for concept design and producing technical drawings
- and emsp; and emsp;Identifying and managing full lifecycle projects, from bid generation to manufacture and delivery
- and emsp; and emsp;Presenting your designs and justifying decisions for internal and customer reviews
- and emsp; and emsp;Updating 3D models and drawings
- and emsp; and emsp;Producing detailed works schedules, resource and projects plans
- and emsp; and emsp;Liaising with clients as required keeping them up to date with project progress
- and emsp; and emsp;Liaising with manufacturing providers
- and emsp; and emsp;Working with design, purchasing and production departments
- and emsp; and emsp;Being involved in final assembly of products
- and emsp; and emsp;Presenting project plans and reports to management
- and emsp; and emsp;Reporting progress, managing risks and responding to issues
- and emsp; and emsp;Checking drawings for sign off
- and emsp; and emsp;Maintaining technical documentation as required
- and emsp; and emsp;Working in a small, multidisciplined team
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.