Mechanical Design Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment
Uxbridge
2 months ago
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Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

£45,000 - £50,000 + Exciting Design Projects + Market-Leading Business + Modern Facilities + Excellent Company Benefits

Uxbridge, Middlesex (Commutable from: Slough, Watford, High Wycombe, Reading, West London, Heathrow, Maidenhead, Harrow)

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career at a market-leading company offering exciting design projects, technical variety, and progression opportunities?

On offer is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a specialist engineering environment, in a Monday to Friday role offering autonomy, training, and excellent long-term prospects.

This established manufacturer designs and supplies specialist electronic products to customers across the industrial, scientific, and medical sectors. They are renowned for their innovation, in-house expertise, and commitment to developing their engineers.

In this role, you will join a close-knit design team, creating detailed 3D models and drawings using Autodesk Inventor, designing small mechanical components and assemblies, and supporting prototype builds through to production. You will also liaise with suppliers, oversee modifications to design drawings, and ensure compliance with international engineering standards.

The ideal candidate will be a Mechanical Design Engineer with strong experience producing detailed engineering drawings, looking to take the next step in their career within a role offering technical autonomy, a modern facility, and a genuinely supportive team.

The Role:

Mechanical design of metal components, jigs and fixtures
Training Courses and Development
Monday to Friday (37.5 hours, early finish Friday)

The Person:

Experience Designing Mechanical Components
AutoDesk Inventor Experience or Similar
Commutable to Uxbridge

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further opportunities, please click "Apply Now" or contact Lewis Durrant at Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will depend on your experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

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