At a Glance
- Tasks: Create 3D CAD designs and collaborate with the production team to bring ideas to life.
- Company: Established manufacturer of specialist steel structures for vehicles in Daventry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and a chance to work on innovative projects.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and see your designs transformed into real-world applications.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical design and strong skills in 3D CAD software required.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
An established Daventry manufacturer of specialist fabricated steel structures for vehicle applications is looking for an experienced Design Engineer to sit with their on-site production and fabrication team. You will turn customer requirements into 3D CAD and manufacturing drawings, then see those parts through laser, CNC, weld and build. A lot of the work is tubular and sheet fabrications, plus machined parts, often reverse-engineered from an existing vehicle or structure.
Key responsibilities
- Produce 3D CAD and detailed manufacturing drawings for tube, sheet and machined parts
- Work daily with welders, machinists and the fabrication team to get designs built
- Reverse-engineer and measure existing structures (CMM / portable metrology) so new work fits first time
- Support quality, production and occasional site visits, as you would in a small manufacturer
- Deal with customers on design intent, tolerances and practical manufacturing
What we are looking for
- Experience working as a mechanical / fabrication design engineer in a design-and-make shop, issuing CAD and manufacturing drawings to a weld / CNC / fabrication team
- HNC Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (HND or degree useful)
- Strong 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360 or Inventor)
- Used to designing welded fabrications: tubular work, chassis, trailers, exhausts, plant equipment or similar
- Comfortable on the shop floor and with measurement / inspection
- Full UK driving licence, as site visits come up
Backgrounds from trailer, chassis, exhaust, agricultural or specialist vehicle fabrication are desirable. Apply today with your updated CV.
Mechanical Design Engineer in Daventry employer: ripple
Join a leading manufacturer in Daventry, where your expertise as a Mechanical Design Engineer will be valued and nurtured. With a strong focus on collaboration, you'll work closely with skilled welders and machinists in a supportive environment that encourages innovation and professional growth. Enjoy the benefits of a diverse workplace committed to inclusivity, while contributing to exciting projects that shape the future of vehicle applications.
