Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Stockton Salary: £45,000 Benefits * Company events * Cycle to work scheme * Gym membership * Referral programme Company Overview We are recruiting for a growing, award winning and innovative manufacturer of mechanical products in their search for a new Mechanical Design Engineer. As a mechanical design engineer you will be part of a team of engineers responsible for the design, development, testing and introduction of new products. You will design components and systems using SolidWorks and other design tools in a range of materials and considering a wide range of manufacturing processes from aluminium casting to plastic injection moulding. Job Description * Solve complex engineering problems using mechanical engineering principles including the definition of materials. * Use 3D and 2D CAD to generate models and drawings of components and assemblies. * Use FEA to analyse design performance. * Create and maintain bills of materials. * Work with internal and external stakeholders to achieve objectives. * Create specifications that can be used in the procurement of bought out components. * Work closely with manufacturing engineers and suppliers to ensure product feasibility. * Building and testing of prototypes and engineering samples. * Workshop engineering – Hands-on development. Skills & Experience * Degree in mechanical engineering or experience working in a similar role. * 3D and 2D CAD software competency (SolidWorks or similar). * Experience with a PDM system (SolidWorks, Teamcenter or similar). * Understanding and application of GD&T. * Experience of cradle to grave design to include product design and development