Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Basildon

30,000 - 40,000 per annum

Pin Point Recruitment are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer for a manufacturing company based in Basildon.

The business specialises in the design and assembly of filling and machinery for industries such as pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

Mechanical Design Engineer Job Role:

• Generating manufacturing drawings and equipment layouts, with supporting mechanical documentation (schedules, bill of materials, sub-assembly drawings, schematics, etc.)
• Maintaining existing mechanical drawings and documentation when existing equipment is upgraded or modified.
• Act as a liaison between the drawing office and Mechanical Technicians/sub-suppliers, and work with other departments as necessary to ensure the correct parts are ordered/supplied for assembly.
• Liaise with the Drawing Office Manager for the workload to ensure project timelines are adhered to and any deviation is communicated to the project team.
• Ensure all mechanical drawings are updated in a timely manner throughout the lifecycle of the project and shared with all relevant departments, along with maintaining current correct revisions in the data-management system (Autodesk Vault).
• Assist, where required, with other tasks within the Drawing Office Department, such as enquiry drawings, site surveys, etc.

Mechanical Design Engineer Skills Required:

• Working knowledge in an industrial/design environment of Autodesk products, including AutoCAD (2D), Inventor (3D), Autodesk Vault (User only); other 3D CAD software knowledge may be considered, such as SolidWorks.
• Experience in drafting standards for BS 8888.
• Mechanical design experience in a working environment in an industrial design role.
• Recognised engineering certification/apprenticeship.
• Good understanding of engineering techniques, including machining, sheet metal, and fabrication.
• Able to interpret equipment assembly drawings and maintain the high-quality finish and output levels expected by our customers.
• Familiarity with Automated production machinery or other similar equipment - Desirable.
• Experience in a project environment across a multi-functional project team - Desirable.
• Understanding of conveyor design - Desirable.
• Understanding of airflow and ductwork design and calculations - Desirable.
• Understanding of ATEX standards requirements.
• Understanding of safety standards requirements for the design of equipment.

Apply now for more information.