Mechanical Design Engineer

JB276: Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Laindon

Salary: Competitive DOE

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities for the Mechanical Design Engineer:

Generating manufacturing drawings and equipment layouts, with supporting mechanical documentation (schedules, bill of materials, sub-assembly drawings, schematics, etc.).
Maintaining existing mechanical drawings and documentation when existing equipment is upgraded or modified.
Act as a liaison between the drawing office and Mechanical Technicians/sub-suppliers and work with other departments as necessary to ensure the correct parts are ordered/supplied for assembly.
Liaise with the Drawing Office Manager for the workload to ensure project timelines are adhered to and any deviation is communicated to the project team.
Ensure all mechanical drawings are updated in a timely manner throughout the lifecycle of the project and shared with all relevant departments, along with maintaining current correct revisions in the data-management system.
Assist, where required, with other tasks within the Drawing Office Department, such as enquiry drawings, site surveys, etc.
Training will be provided to familiarise the successful applicant with the specialist.
machinery and equipment used.
The successful applicant will also be eligible for a pension scheme and other generous benefits.
Salary will be commensurate with position and qualifications.
Skills and Qualifications for the Mechanical Design Engineer:

Working knowledge in an industrial/design environment of Autodesk products, including AutoCAD (2D), Inventor (3D), Autodesk Vault (User only), although other 3D CAD software knowledge may be considered, such as SolidWorks etc.
Experience in drafting standards for BS 8888.
Mechanical design experience in a working environment in an industrial design role.
Recognised engineering certification/apprenticeship.
Good understanding of engineering techniques, including machining, sheet metal and fabrication.
Able to interpret equipment assembly drawings and maintain the high-quality finish and output levels expected by our customers.
Able to operate within the requirements of good health and safety discipline.
Able to adhere to the requirements of current industry-recognised engineering design standards.
Desirable for the Mechanical Design Engineer:

Familiarity with automated production machinery or other similar equipment.
Experience in a project environment across a multi-functional project team.
Understanding of conveyor design.
Understanding of airflow and ductwork design and calculations.
Understanding of ATEX standards requirements.
Understanding of safety standards requirements for the design of equipment.
Location: Laindon

Salary: Competitive DOE