Mechanical Design Engineer
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Role: Mechanical Design EngineerJob Ref: QAD 1960/0110
Pay Rate: Approximately £28.40 per hour PAYE
Hours per week: 37 hours per week
Contract Length: Anticipated 6 months
Location: Didcot, OX11
The position of Mechanical Design Engineer at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source involves working within the Design Division to create a range of components for large-scale scientific instruments. Utilising Solid Edge CAD software, you will be responsible for designing both high-precision parts and assemblies that can weigh multiple tonnes.The role requires close collaboration with fellow Design Engineers and Scientists, forming part of a multi-disciplinary team. Although the job is primarily based on-site at the Oxfordshire facility, some ad hoc hybrid working may be possible depending on project needs.
Candidates should be experienced Mechanical Design Engineers with a strong background in designing bespoke, precision equipment. The role demands expertise in taking designs from initial concept through to fully detailed manufacturing drawings.Additionally, you should be comfortable performing basic stress and lifting calculations to support your designs. Experience with Solid Edge software is essential.
Key requirements:
General experience in mechanical Assembly / component design from concept level, including proven experience of taking designs from concept into realitySolid Edge (or equivalent) 3D CAD experience
Competent in producing detail drawings to BS 8888
Strong understanding of geometric tolerancing (GD&T) for precision machined components
Ability to use basic assembly tolerancing to verify designs
Desirable:
A good understanding of Industrial Standards and RegulationsKnowledge and experience using stress and lifting hand calculations for design analysis
Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams
Past practical experience in the manufacture and assembly of parts
Comprehensive understanding of materials, fabrication and manufacturing as well as designing for manufacture.
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Job Ref: QAD 1960/0110
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