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Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Carterton, Oxfordshire

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Witney, Oxfordshire
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Mechanical Design Engineer - Witney

Planet Recruitment are working with an established and growing engineering manufacturer based in Witney who are looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that designs and manufactures precision-engineered mechanical products supplied to customers worldwide across demanding industrial and high-performance sectors.

The successful candidate will be involved in the full product development lifecycle, from concept design through to production, working closely with manufacturing, assembly and engineering teams to deliver innovative, high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities

Produce detailed 3D mechanical designs using SolidWorks.
Create assembly models and fully toleranced manufacturing drawings.
Design components suitable for CNC machining and manufacture.
Work closely with machining and assembly teams to optimise designs for manufacture.
Support new product development from concept through to production.
Maintain accurate engineering documentation and CAD records.
Assist with prototype development using modern manufacturing technologies including 3D printing and 3D scanning.
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) within the company's MRP system.
Support continuous improvement and ongoing product development initiatives.

Requirements

Essential

Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer position.
At least 3 years' experience using SolidWorks.
Strong 3D CAD modelling skills.
Experience producing manufacturing drawings with GD&T.
Good understanding of CNC machining processes and Design for Manufacture (DFM).
Knowledge of engineering materials, manufacturing methods and surface finishes.
Excellent problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Desirable

HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Experience with prototype development.
Knowledge of MRP systems and BOM management.
Experience using 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies.
An interest in precision engineering, automotive or motorsport industries.
Previous experience designing suspension or precision mechanical components would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience.
Permanent, full-time position.
Monday to Friday working hours.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Career progression opportunities within a growing engineering business.
Modern manufacturing and engineering facilities.
Opportunity to work on innovative precision-engineered products supplied to customers worldwide.If you're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking to join an innovative manufacturing business where you can make a genuine impact, please call Adam or Scott on (phone number removed)

INDENG

Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
 
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Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position

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