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Mechanical Design Engineer
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JOB – Mechanical Design Engineer
LOCATION – Bath
TERM – Permanent
SALARY – £40,000 - £50,000 (Dependant on Experience)
My client specialises in innovative solutions for damaged, redundant and outdated machinery and equipment.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Integrated Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, or a similar STEM subject, or equivalent industry experience
- 3–5 years’ experience in product design, mechanical engineering or a similar environment
- Strong Autodesk Inventor or similar CAD experience, including 3D modelling, drawings and BOMs
- Experience designing moving parts and small to medium-sized machinery
- Strong understanding of mechanical design, manufacturing techniques and Design for Manufacture
- Experience with FEA, structural calculations and mechanical design analysis
- Knowledge of rapid prototyping and product development
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to contribute ideas within a design team
- Ability to manage your own workload and deliver projects to deadlines
- A creative and innovative approach with a willingness to develop new skills
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The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:
- Creating 3D models, fabrication drawings and BOMs using Autodesk Inventor or similar CAD software
- Supporting and leading product design improvements from concept through to implementation
- Analysing product failures and using findings to improve future designs
- Developing conceptual design solutions for the utilities sector
- Carrying out FEA, structural calculations and other mechanical design activities
- Applying prototyping and Design for Manufacture principles throughout product development
- Producing technical reports covering design rationale, testing results, conclusions and recommendations
- Occasionally travelling within the UK to observe and report on product field trials
- Attending exhibitions and industry meetings to develop sector knowledge and identify new opportunities
- Managing your own workload and ensuring projects are delivered on time
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If you are interested in this position, please send an email with your CV attached and salary requirement to tobyi@lynxrecruitment.co.uk.
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