Job Title:

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Office based, Tamworth, Staffs

Reports to: Design Manager

Role:

Primary:

To measure up and interpretate existing, and sometimes damaged machine parts, assemblies and consumables, then create 3D models using Solidworks
This may require visits to customer premises
To maintain records of standard items within a CAD and MRP environment
Raise purchase orders for specific materials and parts

Secondary:

To design and detail Special purpose Jigs and fixtures, machine automation, and machine parts. using Solidworks 3D CAD
Create BOM’s, and maintain accurate records of the project, through to the project conclusion

Person:

You will hold a recognised Engineering qualification. Either through an apprenticeship, HNC or up to Degree
You should be comfortable reading and working from legacy 2D drawings, and have the ability to concept a design solution, from a short brief, onto a blank piece of paper
You should be willing to learn and have a flexible approach to problem solving
Attention to detail is important, as is working to required timelines
You would be expected to have a basic materials knowledge of steels, and their heat treatment / coating
A knowledge of Cu and its alloys would be useful
You should be familiar with design principles such as Design for Manufacture, and Lean Manufacturing

Key Responsibilities

Designing products from initial concept through to detail design using SolidWorks 3D CAD
Using existing standardised designs as a basis for configured/derived products
Specifying technical information for purchasing and manufacture
Producing accurate 3D model with Solidworks to facilitate paperless manufacturing
Generate bills of materials and related documentation for purchasing and manufacture
Complying with regulatory compliance
Design for ease of manufacture
Understanding manufacturing costs
Carry out site surveys

Ideally candidates should be able to demonstrate

Relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering
Experience using 3D CAD in a team environment
Good Computer literacy
Experience designing special purpose machines, assembly automation, and fixturing
Experience of sheet-metal and welded structural fabrications.
Experience working within quality systems and regulatory affairs an advantage.

Hours 38 per week

8:00am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday

8:00am to 2:00 Friday

You will be expected to work additional hours as necessary to complete duties.

Lots of Benefits