Mechanical Design Engineer

A Machine Tool Manufacturer is currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer. The ideal candidate must have experience in machine tools design (CNC machinery) and a strong background in 3D CAD Design.

Position Type: Permanent

Contract: Full Time- (Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 8am – 4.30pm, Friday 8am – 3.30pm) 

Responsibilities

• Creating designs from initial concept to drawings and BOM’s for manufacture.
• Regenerate & Update old & new drawing formats on the CAD system database to standardise drawings where possible.
• Improve and update existing designs to achieve the use of common components, improve quality and reduce assembly times and cost.
• Design new products including grinding machines, sub-assemblies, fixtures, loading mechanisms and tooling.
• Design of gear systems, slide ways, machine bases, hydraulic and pneumatic systems etc.
• 3D CAD Modelling and Drafting on Autodesk Inventor 2015 creating drawings of manufactured components and castings.
• Calculating forces (inertia, torque, etc.).
• Produce design solutions that meet customer and internal requirements, conform to safety and other legal requirements.
• Preparation of documentation for manufacture and assembly i.e. drawings, bills of materials etc…
• Liaison with shop floor staff, design engineers, sales team and suppliers.

This position requires a well-motivated, confident Mechanical Design Engineers who can demonstrate the following;

• A strong background in 3D Cad Design, FEA, geometric and dimensional tolerances.
• Experience in machine tools design.
• Experience in selecting motors, calculate inertia, torque.
• Relevant qualification i.e. HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering Ability to work in a demanding environment providing accurate and timely output to a high standard.