MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

Job Description

This is a family owner business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, with this role being part of that growth.

Mechanical Design Engineer Salary and Benefits

• £36,000 - £50,000, dependant on experience
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday (office-based role)
• 26 days holiday plus statutory
• Profit related pay
• Life Insurance cover

Commutable From: Derby, Chesterfield, Nottingham, Leicester, Sheffield, Mansfield

Mechanical Design Engineer Role Overview

• An experienced Mechanical Design Engineer is required to work within a focused Research and Development team, capable of taking the lead on your own projects whilst contributing to those of your colleagues through collaborative and cross functional working.
• You will have proven experience of developing products from idea through to production prototype whilst fully considering design for manufacture and assembly.
• Full project experience is a pre-requisite.

Mechanical Design Engineer Candidate Requirements and Responsibilities

• A solid mechanical engineering background, with strong experience in the design and development of mechanical structures and mechanisms.
• Experience of designing electrics/electronics, control systems or medical devices is advantageous but not essential.
• Be fully conversant with all aspects of Solidworks 3D CAD.
• Experience of developing New Products to satisfy end user needs.
• Create product specifications, project plans and detailed designs.
• Select the optimum materials and manufacturing methods to meet business and product needs.
• Validate and verify designs by prototyping, testing and first batch manufacture support.
• Ensure products meet appropriate safety and performance standards for CE marking.
• Ability to manage a project to conclusion, on time and on budget.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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