Project Design Engineer

ROLE- Project Design Engineer

TERM- Permanent

LOCATION – Wigan

SALARY- £30,000 - £45,000, dependent on experience

My client provides fabrication services for a variety of sectors. They’re looking for a Project Design Engineer to join their team near Wigan on a permanent basis.

The Project Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Product Design
• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as Inventor and SolidWorks
• Previous experience working with sheet metal would be preferred.
• 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 Project Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• 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
• Being involved in purchasing for projects and chasing suppliers as and when required
• Preparing the required project related documentation & drawings
• Making sure that all the aims of the project are met
• Making sure the quality standards are met
• Using IT or other systems to keep track of people and progress
• Display a proactive, can-do attitude within the organisation, with a culture of right first time and ownership of problems

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