ROLE- Lead Mechanical Engineer
LOCATION- Bristol
TERM- Permanent
SALARY- £50,000 - £60,000, dependent on experience
My client is a specialist manufacturer. They are looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Bristol on a permanent basis.
The role will involve designing, testing, and developing bespoke products, and managing a small team.
The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
- Be a self-starter, with strong leadership skills and the ability to think outside the box and own projects
- At least 5 years’ experience in a similar Mechanical Design / Mechanical Testing / Product Development position
- Experience designing bespoke products from scratch
- Analytical mind-set and good problem-solving skills
- Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
- Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo etc.
- Knowledge of a variety of materials and manufacturing processes, – sheet metal, machining, injection moulded plastics etc.
- Strong leadership skills
- Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Be able to work well individually as well as part of a team
The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:
- Leading and Project Managing the Design, Prototyping, Development, Testing and Introduction of new products
- Managing 4-6 direct reports
- Using 3D CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
- Successfully delivering projects on time and on budget
- Designing and developing new products
- Maintaining technical documentation as required
- 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, multidisciplinary team
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.
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