Design engineer

ROLE- Design Engineer LOCATION- Southampton TERM- Permanent SALARY- GBP28,000 - GBP38,000, dependent on experience My client is a specialist product designer and manufacturer. They are looking for a Design Engineer to join their team in Southampton on a permanent basis. The Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes: Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Design, Engineering or similar 2 or more years rsquo; experience in a similar Mechanical Design / CAD Operation position Experienced working with aluminium, sheet metal and precision parts Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks etc. 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 Design Engineer role will involve: Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings Producing fabrication drawings to bespoke requirements Communicating directly with clients to determine 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 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