Job Description

JOB – Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer

LOCATION –  Chester

TERM – Permanent

SALARY - £25,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience

My client is a specialist sheet metal manufacturer based in Chester. They are looking for a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis.

The Graduate Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering or similar
• Experience in a similar Design position
• Experience with Sheet metal and other metal materials
• Previous experience designing bespoke/precision products and mechanics, in professional or educational setting or in your spare time
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor etc.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles, tight tolerances and machinery
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

The Graduate Design Engineer role will involve:

• Using SolidWorks on a daily basis for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Developing ideas from concept to production
• working with metal materials
• Creating models/prototypes
• Liaising with clients and developing solutions
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• 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
• Collaborating with different departments to ensure the smooth delivery of projects
• Maintaining technical drawings and documentation
• Supporting product Testing, Verification & Validation

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and your salary expectation.