ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer    

LOCATION- Portsmouth    

TERM- Permanent    

SALARY- Dependent on experience     

My client is a manufacturer within the Automotive 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:
Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
At least 2 years of experience in a similar Design Engineering position
Have a keen interest in the Motorsport and Automotive industry 
Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as Catia V5, SolidWorks, Inventor etc.
Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment 
Strong knowledge of plastic injection moulding 
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 Catia and SolidWorks 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 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