Mechanical design engineer

ROLE: Mechanical Design Engineer LOCATION: Surrey TERM: Permanent SALARY: GBP 35,000: GBP 42,000, dependent on experience My client manufactures specialist equipment for a variety of industries. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Surrey on a permanent basis. The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes: : Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar : At least 3 years experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position : Knowledge of manufacturing processes including sheet metal, fabrication, welded parts and machining : Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo etc. : Knowledge of a variety of materials : sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc. : Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances : Excellent communication skills both verbal and written : Proficient using MS Office : Excellent organisational skills and time management skills : Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi:disciplinary team The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve: : Using CAD (mainly Inventor and SolidWorks) for concept design and producing technical drawings : Design for welded and fabricated sheet metal parts : Creating component and assembly models to satisfy customer requirements : Liaising with manufacturing providers : Being involved in final assembly of products : 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 : Checking drawings for sign off : Working in a small multi:disciplinary team on varied projects If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.