Project Engineer

Job Description

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer - Automation Materials Handling Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + benefits

Are you a mechanical engineering expert passionate about transforming materials handling through innovative automation solutions? Our client - a leading Oxfordshire manufacturer - is seeking a technically driven Project Engineer to drive their mechanical design strategy.

Technical Requirements:

• MEng/BEng in Mechanical Engineering
• Expert knowledge of mechanical system design
• Advanced 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks/AutoCAD essential)
• Deep understanding of conveyor system mechanical architectures
• Experience designing robust material handling mechanical interfaces
• Proven track record in specifying mechanical components for industrial automation

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed mechanical design specifications for automated systems
• Create comprehensive mechanical load calculations and stress analyses
• Design precision material transport mechanisms
• Develop mechanical integration strategies with electrical/control systems
• Produce detailed manufacturing technical documentation
• Manage mechanical aspects of complex automation projects

Technical Expertise Demanded:

• Minimum 5 years mechanical design experience in automation/materials handling
• Strong understanding of mechanical tolerancing and fit principles
• Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA)
• Knowledge of BS/ISO mechanical engineering standards
• Experience with industrial motion control mechanical systems

Company Offers:

• Cutting-edge engineering environment
• Technical development programmes
• Competitive mechanical engineering salary package
• Pension
• Healthcare
• Performance bonuses