Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer - R&D

Salary: to c£60k + benefits, neg dep exp. Location: East Midlands, commutable from Derby, Leicester and Nottingham.

Our client has been established for almost a quarter of a century and are recognised as market leaders in the provision of bespoke innovative materials handling and automation solutions to a diverse range of clients and industry sectors throughout the UK. They are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to complement their dynamic and professional R&D team.

• Design bespoke solutions to meet customer requirements, as well as modify and update existing products from the expansive solutions portfolio.
• Produce drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCad and create associated BOMs.
• Perform accurate engineering calculations and ensure compliance with Machinery Directives and Engineering standards.
• Engage in regular liaison with customers and occasionally visit them on site.
• Interpret customer and supplier technical documentation and specifications and generate suitable design concepts while working closely with fellow departments.

• Experience in Master Model Design Approach, Parametric design, Design Tables and CAD Macros / Automation.
• Computer programming experience would be advantageous; Rapid Prototyping experience (3D Printing) and working knowledge of structural mechanics and the implementation of FEA in design are desirable.
• Working knowledge of kinematics and dynamics (theoretical or via software or both), and ability to use for analysis of new designs.
• Experience with PDM systems and CAD Library generation / automation software.
• Degree-level (or above) in a relevant (preferably Mechanical) engineering discipline with at least 3 years of experience in a special purpose machinery design or manufacturing environment, ideally within industrial automation or engineering, and experience in electro-mechanical systems design (ideally conveyors, automation or MHE).

In return, an attractive remuneration and benefits package and genuine scope to progress within a structured and dynamic environment are available for suitably motivated, enthusiastic and experienced individuals.

Contact the Design Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your CV in confidence to for further details.