Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bolton | Salary: £39000 | Permanent

4 days per week, 37 hours

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our client's engineering team, delivering bespoke projects from concept through to manufacture.

You'll be responsible for producing high-quality 3D models, engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Design for Manufacture (DfM) documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Create 3D models using Autodesk Inventor.
• Produce 2D engineering drawings to BS 8888 standards.
• Develop fabrication, assembly and manufacturing documentation.
• Conduct Designer Risk Assessments and support CDM compliance.
• Work closely with analysis, production and project teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and fit for purpose.
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 9001 engineering procedures.

Requirements

• HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
• Experience in sheet metal design, steel fabrication, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Vault.
• Knowledge of steel manufacturing processes, welding, engineering drawings, and Design for Manufacture (DfM) principles.
• Understanding of load paths, failure modes, and structural design fundamentals.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Knowledge of door performance testing standards.
• Experience with iLogic, VB programming, or design automation.
• Current SC Clearance or ability to obtain it.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer with strong 3D CAD, steel fabrication, and manufacturing design experience to join a growing engineering business working on complex, bespoke projects.