ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer

LOCATION- Portsmouth

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/Development Engineer to join their team in Portsmouth on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

At least 1 year experience in a similar CAD Design / Mechanical Development position
Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
Knowledge of sheet metal design, precision components and SPM
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