Mechanical Design Engineer

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Colchester

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a manufacturing company based in Colchester.

The company are a specialist in their field and design, test and manufacture their specialist products that offer a wide range of industrial and life applications.

As the Mechanical Design Engineer you will play a key role in supporting the business’ growth and development of engineering solutions, supporting the strategic plan of the business by designing and developing new products in line with the NPI process. You will be accountable for ensuring the design meets the customer requirements and maturing the design changes.

Mechanical Design Engineer Job Role:

• Develop and design new products in line with the technical specifications.
  
  
• Prepare and report project progress at monthly reviews within the engineering team.
  
  
• Work within the team to develop business opportunities at the project concept stage.
  
  
• Identify and implement improvements in design tools and systems to drive increased productivity within the NPI process.
  
  
• Produce product/component designs, from concept through to manufacturing readiness, using a high end 3D CAD package.
  
  
• Demonstrate an ability to work with a multifunctional organisation to find solutions to the bid/project needs.
  
  
• Support the project deliverables and drive the quality culture towards engineering excellence
  
  Mechanical Design Engineer Skills Required:
  
  
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in an HVAC engineering environment.
  
  
• Demonstratable experience in working on development and delivery projects.
  
  
• Excellent Stakeholder management at all levels
  
  
• Knowledge of software and programming advantageous
  
  
• HNC/Degree in an Engineering Discipline, relevant QA Qualification or equivalent
  
  
• Knowledge and awareness of engineering procedures
  
  
• Good knowledge of engineering tools (i.e. solidworks)
  
  
• High level analytical abilities
  
  
• Excellent persuasion and presentation skills
  
  
• Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work at all levels of the organisation
  
  
• Awareness of manufacturing processes and Lean Manufacturing principles
  
  For more information, apply now