Design Engineer x3
Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in 3D CAD, mechanical design and product development? Do you enjoy taking a product from initial customer requirements through to detailed design, manufacture and installation? We're supporting a leading aerospace manufacturing business in Fareham who are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Engineering team. This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in mechanical engineering, fluid mechanics or pressure systems who enjoys combining hands-on design work with technical problem-solving and working closely with manufacturing teams.
What's the role all about?
As the Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and developing engineered products from initial customer specifications through to manufacture and installation. You'll use 3D CAD software to produce detailed models and manufacturing drawings, carry out engineering calculations and ensure designs meet the required performance and quality standards. Working closely with Sales, Manufacturing, Quality and Purchasing, you'll play an important role in making sure products are designed correctly, are practical to manufacture and meet customer requirements. This is a varied position where you'll have the opportunity to get involved in the full design process rather than simply producing drawings.
What will you be doing?
- Design and develop mechanical products from initial customer specifications through to manufacture
- Produce detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Analyse customer requirements and develop practical engineering solutions
- Carry out detailed design calculations to ensure product integrity and performance
- Apply Right First Time Design principles throughout the engineering process
- Conduct and participate in technical design reviews
- Ensure Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles are considered throughout product development
- Identify opportunities for Value Engineering and design improvements
- Produce technical reports and supporting engineering documentation
- Provide technical support to internal Sales teams and external customers
- Work closely with Manufacturing and Quality to resolve technical design queries
- Liaise with Purchasing, Planning and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle
- Ensure designs meet customer specifications and required engineering standards
- Support products through manufacture and installation
What do you need?
We're looking for someone with:
- Degree or HNC in Mechanical Engineering
- A minimum of 2 years' relevant Mechanical Engineering experience
- Previous experience within a Mechanical Design Engineer or similar design-focused position
- Strong experience using 3D CAD software
- Knowledge of fluid mechanics and pressure systems
- Ability to produce detailed engineering drawings and 3D models
- Good understanding of mechanical engineering calculations
- Strong technical problem-solving skills
- Ability to interpret customer specifications and translate them into engineering designs
- Good communication skills and the ability to work across multiple departments
Experience using Autodesk Inventor would be particularly beneficial.
Desirable
It would also be beneficial if you have:
- Previous experience within aerospace or precision engineering
- Experience designing products involving fluid flow or pressure systems
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacture and Value Engineering
- Experience using MathCAD or TK Solver
- Familiarity with Microsoft Project
- Experience supporting products from concept through to manufacture
- Previous experience working directly with customers on technical requirements
About you
You'll be someone who enjoys the technical side of engineering and takes pride in producing accurate, practical designs. You'll be:
- Analytical and technically minded
- Detail-focused
- A confident problem solver
- Organised and methodical
- Comfortable working independently
- Collaborative when working with other departments
- Proactive in identifying design improvements
- Keen to develop your engineering knowledge
Most importantly, you'll understand that good engineering design isn't just about producing a drawing – it's about creating a product that meets customer requirements, performs as expected and can be manufactured efficiently.
Why join?
This is an opportunity to join an established aerospace manufacturing business where you'll be involved in the complete product design process. You'll work alongside experienced engineers and collaborate with teams across Manufacturing, Quality, Sales and Purchasing, giving you exposure to both the technical and commercial aspects of engineering. With a focus on Right First Time Design, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to technically challenging engineering projects.
The details
- Role: Mechanical Design Engineer
- Location: Fareham
- Department: Aerospace Engineering
- Experience: Minimum 2 years' relevant experience
- Qualification: Mechanical Engineering Degree or HNC
Interested?
If you're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer, Design Engineer, Mechanical Product Design Engineer or CAD Design Engineer with a background in mechanical engineering and an understanding of fluid mechanics or pressure systems, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Kingdom People for a confidential discussion.
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