Lead Design Engineer

JOB- Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

LOCATION- Canterbury, Kent

TERM- Permanent

SALARY- £50,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience



My client is looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their business on a permanent basis in the Canterbury area. They are manufacturers of mechanical products with some exposure to electrical products.



The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:



HNC/HND/ Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar work based experience

At least 7 years' experience in a similar Design Engineering

Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment

Be proficient using 3D CAD software. Creo would be advantageous

Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances

Some electrical skills would be beneficial

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Proficient using MS Office

Excellent organisational skills and time management skills

Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

 The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:



Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings

Liaising with manufacturing providers

Being involved in NPI and Product development

Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans

Updating 3D models and drawings

Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs

Checking drawings for sign off

Liasing with pre-production and operations functions to allow for efficient and cost-effective manufacture

Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and your salary expectation