Hays
Mechanical Design Engineer

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Hays Engineering are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly successful and innovative engineering organisation based in Banbridge. Operating across a range of large-scale engineering projects, our client has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality solutions throughout the UK and Ireland.
Your New Role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of mechanical systems for a variety of engineering projects. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will take projects from concept through to manufacture and installation, ensuring designs meet customer requirements, industry standards and project objectives.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Producing detailed 3D models, engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Developing innovative mechanical design solutions for bespoke engineering projects
- Creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- Collaborating with manufacturing, procurement and project teams throughout the product lifecycle
- Supporting prototype development, testing and continuous product improvement activities
- Liaising with customers, suppliers and subcontractors when required
- Ensuring all designs comply with relevant engineering standards and regulations
- Contributing to value engineering and cost reduction initiatives
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What You'll Need to Succeed
- Degree or HND qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Previous experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer, Design Engineer or Product Design role
- Strong 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, Solid Edge or similar)
- Ability to produce detailed manufacturing drawings and technical documentation
- Understanding of fabrication, manufacturing and assembly processes
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within a collaborative engineering environment


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What You'll Get in Return
- Competitive salary package
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Company pension scheme
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Exposure to a wide variety of technically challenging projects
- Long-term career progression within a growing engineering business
- Supportive and collaborative engineering team environment
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