Mechanical Design Engineer

We are on the lookout for a Mechanical Design Engineer to design sheet metal and plastic enclosures, and additional mechanical components, for an electro-mechanical engineering business. You will be utilising processes such as material extrusion, fabrication and casting plus exciting technologies such as injection moulding. Production assistance with the design of jigs/fixtures will also be required from time to time.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will have a recognised mechanical engineering qualification and at least three years of design experience in all types of enclosures for a high volume manufacturing business. It would be beneficial for the appointed Mechanical Design Engineer to have experience in industrial/product design and have a flair for the aesthetic. On offer is the opportunity to join an industry-leading business that designs and manufactures their product on-site. Our client has a full order book for the foreseeable future, featuring some of the biggest names in British engineering.

Mechanical Design Engineer - Role and Responsibilities - Mechanical Engineer / Sheet Metal / Plastic / Aluminium / Assembly / Mechanical Engineer / Solidworks

* Design plastic injection moulded components
* Design fabricated interlocking aluminium & steel enclosures
* Carry out mechanical fittings and compatibility checks on electronic assemblies. Produce wiring diagrams and assembly instructions when required
* Assist the production team with the design of relevant jigs & fixtures, and manage their manufacture
* Ensure all products are designed with manufacture and assembly considerations
* Evaluate components from datasheet information and then approve through appropriate testing
* Build and test initial samples and qualify the design with the correct documentation
* Provide technical support to Production for day-to-day design, performance and quality issues which arise

Mechanical Design Engineer - Skills and Abilities - Mechanical Engineer / Sheet Metal / Plastic / Aluminium / Assembly / Mechanical Engineer / Solidworks

* Of degree calibre within mechanical engineering or equivalent
* Familiar with 2D & 3D modelling and design packages. Solidworks is preferred but not essential
* Knowledge of metal (castings, sheet metal, extrusions, etc)
* Experience in high volume manufacturing environment with design for manufacture and test

Mechanical Design Engineer / Sheet Metal / Plastic / Aluminium / Assembly / Mechanical Engineer / Solidworks

If this role could appeal, please do apply now!