Mechanical Design Engineer

ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer



LOCATION- Dorset



TERM- Permanent



SALARY- £30,000- £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)



My client designs and manufactures specialist equipment and precision parts. They are looking to take on a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Dorset on a permanent basis.



The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:



At least 1 year of experience in a similar CAD Design / Mechanical Development position

Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Knowledge of machinery, hydraulics, sheet metal design and precision components

Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment

Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor etc.

Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances

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 Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:



Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings

Reverse Engineering, developing products, testing and prototyping

Liaising with manufacturing providers

Being involved in final assembly of products

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

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