Mechanical Design Engineer

Our client is a world leading manufacturer of safety equipment for the Motorsport industry. Continued growth in the fuel bladder division has led to the vacancy for a Mechanical Design/CAD CAM Engineer.

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to further their existing career in the world of motorsports and high tech engineering.

Working in a friendly office environment, within a team of highly skilled industry professionals this job role offers the opportunity to work with leading motorsport manufacturers and teams from around the world.

The Role

The role involves 4 main areas:

• CAD Drawing - liaising with customers and our production team to generate 3D models of the required fuel bladders and associated fuel systems using Solidworks, from which the fuel bladder can be manufactured. The role will also involve producing models from 3D scan and point data.
• CAM/CNC Programming – CAM programming to produce cut files for the company’s CNC mill, lathe and material cutting machine (assistance with learning specific machines will be provided)
• Product Design - Design of new products across both of the companies' product areas (safety harnesses and flexible fuel bladders) and any future product areas.
• Process Improvement - assisting the implementation of new machinery and processes to improve productivity and output

We would like to hear from you if you:

• have a keen interest in Motorsport and High Tech Engineering
• have at least 3 years experience of working in a mechanical design role
• have an in-depth knowledge of Solidworks
• have a keen eye for design and attention to detail
• are reliable, highly self-motivated and organised
• are able to prioritise your time to meet agreed deadlines
• are passionate about emerging 3D technologies
• have good verbal and written English skills and are able to communicate well with clients and colleagues
• have the right to work permanently in the UK

Applicants are requested to submit an application with Cover Letter and a portfolio of sample work.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: subject to experience

Experience:

• Solidworks: Minimum 3 years
• Work Experience: Minimum 3 years as mechanical design engineer

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or HNC

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking

Experience:

• Working in the UK: 3 years (required)
• Solidworks and CAM: 3 years (required)

Work Location: Oxfordshire/Buckinghamshire – Office/Factory based.