Design Engineer

ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer

TERM- Permanent

LOCATION – Berkshire

SALARY- £35,000 – £45,000, dependent on experience

My client designs and manufactures products and systems within the Renewable Energy sector. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Berkshire on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar Design / Mechanical Engineering position
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with system integration of standard components
• Experience with valves, pumps, pressure regulators or similar equipment would be beneficial
• Ideally have some experience in a process industry, Renewables, Oil & Gas, Aerospace, HVAC or similar
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo etc.
• Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, machining etc.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proficient using MS Office
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:

• Using CAD (Inventor) for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Being involved with hands-on activities too – maintenance, supply chain, installation, inspection etc.
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Being involved in final assembly of products
• Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
• Checking drawings for sign off
• Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.

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