[ref. b32050322] Mechanical Design Engineer - Workforce Recruitment
Mechanical Design Engineer**
**Location:** Coventry**Salary:** £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
**Hours:**
- Monday Thursday: 8:00am 4:30pm
- Friday: 8:00am 3:30pm
Our client, an **established Coventry-based engineering company** , is seeking an experienced **Mechanical Design Engineer** to join their team. The role involves **designing CNC machinery and associated components** , managing design activities, and improving existing designs to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
**Key Requirements:**- **HNC/HND in Mechanical Design** (preferred).
- Experience in **machine tool design (CNC machinery)** .
- Strong background in **3D CAD design** , preferably using **Autodesk Inventor** (other CAD software considered).
- Knowledge of **materials and manufacturing techniques** .
- Ability to **calculate forces, stress, inertia, torque, ball screw and bearing loadings** .
- Experience with **complex machine assemblies, mechanisms, and tooling design** .
- Understanding of **geometric & dimensional tolerances** and **FEA (desirable)** .
- Create **3D designs** from initial concepts, including **2D engineering drawings and BOMs** for manufacture.
- Take **ownership of design activities** within the department.
- Manage **CAD systems and MRP databases** , ensuring all documentation meets **ISO standards** and company procedures.
- Improve and update existing designs to **standardise components** , **reduce assembly times** , and **lower costs** .
- Design **new products** such as **CNC grinding machines, spindle heads, rotary tables, ball screw-driven tables, and loading mechanisms** .
- Design **machine enclosures, fluid systems, hydraulic & pneumatic services, lubrication, and cooling systems** .
- Perform **3D CAD modelling and 2D drafting** on Autodesk Inventor (or similar software).
- Ensure all designs conform to **safety and legal requirements** .
- Manage **task assignments within the department** , including mentoring **junior design engineers** .
- Collaborate with **shop floor staff, electrical engineers, sales teams, and suppliers** .
- Opportunity to work on **cutting-edge CNC machinery** and **precision engineering projects** .
- Work in a **highly skilled engineering team** with room for career progression.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
**About Workforce Engineering & Technical Services:**
Workforce Engineering & Technical Services specialises in placing skilled professionals within the **Engineering, Technical, Manufacturing, and Logistics sectors** . Our consultants have **industry expertise** and take the time to understand your skills, ensuring the best career match.
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