Mechanical Design Engineer

ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer  



LOCATION- Portsmouth  



TERM- Permanent  



SALARY- £30,000-£40,000, dependent on experience   



My client is a specialist manufacturer within the Aerospace industry. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Portsmouth on a permanent basis.  



The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

At least 2 years’ experience in a similar Design / CAD Engineering position

Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment

Experience in Aerospace, Automotive, or similar highly-regulated industries would be beneficial  

Be proficient using 3D CAD software, ideally Inventor or SolidWorks  

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

Experience designing precision parts and components would be beneficial  

Excellent knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials – sheet metal, fabrication, castings, machining etc.

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

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