Overview

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a specialist organisation who design, manufacture, commission and service bespoke machinery which is primarily used in the cleaning of engineering components within a manufacturing environment.

Established over 25 years ago the company provides automated solutions to clients in the Uk and overseas across a range of industries including Automotive, Aerospace and Nuclear applications.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of components, sub-assemblies and complete bespoke systems that meet customer specifications.

As the company manufacture automated machinery the Mechanical Design Engineer must have experience in this field and be able to deliver a full set of engineering drawings and bill of materials for all designs.

Role Responsibilities

• To provide a mechanical design service to the company creating detailed fabrication and manufacturing drawings
• Undertake mechanical design activities as required for new equipment and modify existing designs
• Prepare concept drawings to obtain quotations and basic costings
• Using SolidWorks, prepare a full set of drawings and BOMs for all designs
• Ensure all designs comply with best design codes of practice as well as meeting specifications, requirements, objectives and safety standards
• Liaise with other internal company departments as required
• Take the design lead on projects from the Design, Build, and testing of automated machines.
• Travel to site where the machines are built as required to assist with design related issues
• Support the project manager until completion of all related tasks.
• Integrate into the design team and share knowledge within the department and helping with the development of graduate design engineers.
• Produce technical documentation and operation manuals for machines
• Undertake ad hoc activities as directed by the Design Manager

Skills & Attributes

• Must have a Mechanical Engineering qualification HNC/HND (or a closely related discipline) or equivalent qualification
• Good eye for detail and solid knowledge of manufacturing processes to ensure accurate drawings
• Experience in the use of 3D CAD preferred (ideally SolidWorks).
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering, materials and fluids, automation desirable
• Ability to generate designs in a timely manner
• Excellent IT skills with a good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word programmes.
• Ability to generate designs in a timely manner
• Flexible and prepared to travel to subcontractors and customers as required in and outside the UK

Note: – Apex Engineering are acting as an Employment Agency