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Mechanical Design Engineer

Reed
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Bristol, City of Bristol BS6 5EX

Salary

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Mechanical Design Engineer position is based in Bristol and is a full-time role with a salary range of £35K-40K.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for developing innovative equipment concepts for the packaging industry, producing accurate drawings, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Candidates must have a BSc degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 2 years in an engineering-related position and at least 5 years in mechanical design.
  • Proficiency in CAD/PDM packages, particularly SolidWorks/PDM, along with strong project management and communication skills, is required.
  • To apply, interested candidates should submit their CV for consideration.
Mechanical Design Engineer
  • Location: Bristol
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Salary: £35K-40K

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop innovative equipment concepts and schemes that offer competitive advantages and can be constructed and commissioned safely and effectively. This role involves producing clear, accurate, and cost-effective general arrangements, detail drawings, and material schedules that meet the specifications. For an organisation specialising in special purpose machinery for the packaging industry. 

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Assist in the preparation of design proposals and tender documents.
  • Identify and report problems in the design brief, developing cost-effective solutions.
  • Generate technical information, drawings, and associated schedules, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Maintain drawing files and records throughout the contract duration.
  • Provide technical leadership to production personnel and support the manufacture and assembly processes.
  • Oversee the implementation of CAD/PDM software and hardware updates and upgrades.
  • Deliver user training and system familiarisation for new employees.
  • Continuously improve the performance and reliability of existing equipment through innovative design and emerging technologies.
  • Support customer visits to achieve sales, commission and test machines, and resolve issues.
  • Ensure timely completion of assigned project tasks within budget.
  • Maintain compliance with all statutory and company procedures and practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • BSc degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years in an engineering-related position.
  • At least 5 years in mechanical design, preferably in packaging or bespoke engineering.
  • Proficient in using CAD/PDM packages, with specific experience in SolidWorks/PDM being desirable.
  • Knowledge of CE and Health & Safety legislation.
  • Strong project management skills and risk assessment capabilities.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Highly computer literate with strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Valid driving licence and passport.

To apply for the Mechanical Design Engineer position, please submit your CV 

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.