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Mechanical Design Engineer

px Group
Sunderland
1 month ago
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Overview

px Group – Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

Join to apply for the Mechanical Design Engineer role at px Group. The primary purpose of the Mechanical Design Engineer role is to design equipment and systems to the specified brief and produce the associated technical documentation (e.g., drawings, 3D models, bill of materials, manufacture packs, etc.).

Responsibilities
  • Design and develop equipment and systems to the specified brief.
  • Produce 3D models and technical drawings in accordance with company CAD standards.
  • Produce technical documentation in accordance with company standards.
  • Manage drawings, models, bill of materials, and technical documents using company systems.
  • Undertake peer reviews of colleagues’ work (designs, drawings, documentation, etc.).
  • Attend design review meetings.
  • Ensure design compliance with the project / task brief, relevant standards, and regulations.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Minimum Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer.
  • Good 3D CAD software knowledge (Autodesk Inventor preferred).
  • Good knowledge of technical drawing and drafting standards (BS 8888).
  • Good understanding of the design process, and its associated documentation.
  • Good knowledge of manufacturing processes associated with mechanical design.
Benefits
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Contribution towards eye test and glasses
  • Online company discount benefits site including cinema tickets and gym membership discount
  • Long Service Awards
  • Employee recognition scheme – ELITE Awards
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Flexible Benefits Package
  • Onsite parking
Additional information

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. This role may close early or be extended depending on the volume of applications.


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