ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer


TERM- Permanent


LOCATION – Cheltenham


SALARY- £30,000 - £50,000, dependent on experience

My client designs and manufactures bespoke special purpose machinery. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Cheltenham on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
*At least 2 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / Mechanical Engineering position
*Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
*Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
*Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, etc.
*Experience in Robotics, Automation, SPM, conveyors or other machinery manufacturing environments would be ideal
*Knowledge of a variety of materials and manufacturing processes including sheet metal, fabrication etc.
*Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
*Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
*Proficient using MS Office
*Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
*Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team


The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:
*Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
*Designing conveyors and other machinery in the Automation sector
*Liaising with manufacturing providers
*Being involved in final assembly of products
*Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
*Updating 3D models and drawings
*Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
*Checking drawings for sign off
*Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects


If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.