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
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