At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and create innovative mechanical components using 3D CAD tools.
- Company: Join a reputable manufacturer known for quality and reliability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, profit share, pension scheme, and full training provided.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Take ownership of projects and make a real impact in engineering.
- Qualifications: Engineering degree and design experience preferred, but training is available.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are recruiting a Mechanical Design / Project Engineer on behalf of a well-established, successful manufacturer supplying specialist equipment into a demanding global industry, with a strong reputation built on reliability, quality and excellent after-sales support. This is a genuine opportunity for a Mechanical Design / Project Engineer to join a talented engineering team and take real ownership of products from initial concept through to a finished, working part. The business is happy to provide full training on their specific tools and processes, so while relevant industry background is a bonus, it isn't essential — what matters most is a strong design foundation and a genuine willingness to learn.
The Role:
- Creating 3D CAD models, assemblies and 2D drawings using PTC Creo and AutoCAD
- Designing piece parts across a range of manufacturing processes — casting, machining, fabrication
- Maintaining and improving existing product lines and drawings via formal engineering change procedures
- Supporting value engineering and product improvement projects
- Producing and maintaining product instruction manuals and technical/sales literature
- Supporting contract documentation and working closely with the team on large-scale one-off projects
- Attending client and project meetings
- Managing BOMs within the company's MRP system
- Preparing designs, calculations, specifications and tender documentation
What We Are Looking For:
- BSc/BEng (or equivalent) in Engineering
- 3+ years' experience designing piece-part components
- Solid understanding of geometrical tolerances
- Good working knowledge of AutoCAD (2D) and 3D CAD such as PTC Creo or SolidWorks
- Strong numerical and methodical problem-solving skills
- Experience with BOM creation and control within a CAD package
- A hands-on, detail-focused approach and comfortable working independently
- Any marine or relevant mechanical industry background advantageous but not required — full training will be provided
The Package:
- Competitive salary with annual review
- Company profit share scheme
- Company pension scheme (following probation)
- Permanent position
To apply for this Mechanical Design / Project Engineer role or to find out more, contact Ben Howell at Premier Group Recruitment — 0118 228 1942 / bhowell@pg-rec.com
Mechanical Design/Project Engineer in Grays employer: Premier Group Recruitment
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