Special purpose Mechanical Design Engineer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Birmingham
3 weeks ago
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Are you ready to take your career to the next level? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward–thinking company as a Design Engineer. Working within a dynamic and collaborative environment, you'll have the chance to lead innovative projects, drive design excellence, and make a real impact on the future of bespoke machine design. This role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge, leadership opportunities, and professional growth.


What You Will Do:

  • Lead cross–functional technical teams, providing guidance and mentorship in both technical and interpersonal skills.
  • Plan, manage, and oversee design projects from conception to completion, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met while maintaining top quality.
  • Design detailed and complex systems with precision, including advanced simulations and impactful optimisation projects.
  • Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and oversee the prototyping, testing, and validation of new designs or improvements.
  • Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to ensure alignment and integration of design efforts.
  • Utilise Design for Manufacture and Value Engineering techniques to ensure smooth transitions from concept to production.

What You Will Bring:

  • A HNC/HND qualification in a technical field, preferably Mechanical Engineering.
  • Proven experience in bespoke machine design and successfully managing and delivering projects.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and drive collaborative efforts.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks, including concepts, layouts, detailing, and dimensioning to ISO standards.
  • A methodical and innovative approach to problem–solving, coupled with excellent communication and organisational skills.

As a Design Engineer, you'll play a vital role in shaping the company's cutting–edge solutions, contributing to its reputation for excellence and innovation. This organisation is a world leader in its field, committed to delivering high–quality products and systems that meet the complex needs of its clients. You'll be part of a team that values creativity, precision, and collaboration, ensuring that every project is a success.


Location:

This role is based in Birmingham, offering a convenient location with excellent transport links.


Interested?

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to advance your career as a Design Engineer. Apply now and take the first step towards joining a company that values innovation, quality, and your professional growth!


Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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