We are currently looking to support our client based near Bolton with an open requirement for a Mechanical Design Engineer on a permanent staff basis.
This will be to join a world leader in providing niche industrial design services – often to highly regulated industries including nuclear. A full description is given below and this will be a permanent staff role only with hours to be worked across 4 days: Monday to Thursday, hours 7am-5pm. Annual salaries will be negotiable but based on the experience level requested are expected to be around 39K per annum. An extensive benefits package will accompany this and remote/hybrid working arrangements will be available overtime after candidates have bed into the team.
To apply please contact me with an updated copy of your CV and information on your current situation and availability.
Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take on new challenges in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We have an exciting opportunity to join our innovative team, where you'll play a crucial role in driving forward the design and manufacturing process.
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for producing 3D models, General Arrangement drawings, and design outputs for manufacture, including assembly drawings, fabrication drawings, Bills of Materials, and as-built drawings. Your work will ensure that all designs meet customer specifications, comply with safety regulations, and maintain the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency.
This is a UK based contract for which neither we nor our client can apply for a work permit / VISA. Applicants must be currently eligible to work in the UK.
Mechanical Design Engineer - Job Description:
The purpose of the Mechanical Design Engineer role is to carry out all aspects of mechanical design via production of 3D Models, General Arrangement drawings, and Design for Manufacture output (including Assembly drawings, Fabrication drawings, Bill of Materials’, and As-built drawings) in accordance with company procedure and/ or customer specification. The role is responsible for generating compliant & accurate design output into purchasing, production, and operations.
Responsibilities & Duties:
• Produce designs that comply with product assurance limitations, and that fully consider all stages of the product lifecycle (including material limitations, manufacturability, installability, operability etc).
• Elimination of H&S risks from designs in accordance with CDM regulations.
• Produce Designer’s Risk Assessment’s for designs as required by project or product, clearly identifying mitigation measures incorporated.
• Prepare 3D models in Autodesk Inventor to meet project demand, as necessary.
• Produce 2D drawings from 3D models for customer review/ approval, and internal/ external manufacturing process, in accordance with the Engineering Handbook, and BS 8888.
• Responsible for ensuring self-prepared drawings/ models/ documents are correct and concise prior to release into SQEP Design checker(s).
• Work closely with analysis engineers to ensure designs/ models/ drawings developed accurately reflect the theoretical analysis, advising on design issues, and logging changes in accordance with company procedure.
• Understand the build sequence in design of all output, prior to release into production engineering.
• Attend Design and/ or Manufacturability reviews, driving the 3D model where appropriate, and communicating design intent to the wider project team.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase departmental design capabilities and improve efficiency.
• Contribute to R&D activities as required. Discuss innovative design solutions for bespoke works with peers and superiors.
• Confirm appropriate door template with Engineering Supervisor or Senior Engineer(s) prior to commencing work, where appropriate.
• Maximise change capture within the department, ensuring all change is captured on projects.
• Provide support to the wider project team, liaising with customers as required.
• Complete adherence to ISO 9001 procedures for engineering department.
• Responsible for achieving schedule adherence for all actions assigned to individual/ role.
• Ensure personal objectives are completed in a timely manner, and contribute to overall departmental/ business objectives year-on-year.
• Submission of timesheets, sickness/ absence/ holiday requests, and 1-2-1 preparation, in accordance with company procedure.
• Maintain alignment with company values and vision.
• Any other ad hoc duties as may be required, and as commensurate with the grade of post.
Mechanical Design Engineer - Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Skills:
Essential:
• Either:
1) Minimum HND in Engineering, plus 5 years’ experience of industrial sheet/ steel fabrications OR;
2) Minimum Bachelor’s degree (BEng Hons) in Engineering (preferably Mechanical Engineering) plus 3 years’ experience of industrial sheet/ steel fabrications.
• Ability to use Autodesk 3D Inventor, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Vault unaided.
• Understanding of steel manufacturing techniques and limitations (incl. press brake).
• Understanding of load paths, failure modes, and operating limits of steel structures/ components.
• A focus on quality adherence and timely output.
• Evidence a working knowledge of BS 8888 for engineering drawings.
• Ability to compile coherent Designer’s Risk Assessments.
• Flexibility to work overtime to achieve project plan as required.
• Strong communicator with internal and external customers alike.
Desirable:
• Awareness of door performance testing standards and guides.
• Understanding of drive and control systems operating principals.
• Knowledge of welding types, strengths, and limitations.
• Understanding of tolerance stacking, and the practical application of tolerances.
• Ability to programme templates using iLogic/ VB.
• Hold valid SC clearance, or hold the ability to obtain it.