Mechanical Design/Production Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer
Days // £35,000-£38,000
We are currently partnering with a well-established engineering manufacturer to recruit a

Mechanical

Design Engineer . This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded engineer to play a key role in product design, development, and manufacturing optimisation within a collaborative engineering environment.

The Role

Working closely with internal teams across engineering and operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the design and development of products from concept through to manufacture. Key responsibilities will include:
Defining project requirements, including product functionality and end-use applications.

Producing accurate

2D and 3D engineering drawings

using design software.

Creating and maintaining

Bills of Materials (BOMs)

within the company ERP system.

Ensuring designs meet required specifications, industry standards, and customer expectations.

Assessing production costs and identifying opportunities for

cost-effective manufacturing improvements .

Evaluating products for performance, durability, safety, and overall quality.

Implementing design improvements based on feedback and testing outcomes.

Maintaining accurate and up-to-date technical documentation.

Our client is looking for an engineer with a strong design background and a good understanding of manufacturing environments. The successful candidate will ideally have:
Experience working with

pumps, heat exchangers, fans, and pipe sizing .

Strong knowledge of

manufacturing processes and production practices .

Proficiency in

Inventor , with experience using

Vault

for design management.

A solid understanding of engineering design principles and best practices.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

The ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt within a dynamic engineering environment.

A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

Engineering qualification such as

BEng, HNC, HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

(preferred).

A minimum of

2 years' experience in a Production Design Engineer or similar design-focused engineering role .

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