At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and improve classic vehicles, turning concepts into reality with hands-on projects.
- Company: Specialist engineering firm focused on historic vehicle restoration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor others and grow in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and see your designs come to life in unique projects.
- Qualifications: Strong mechanical design skills and experience with CAD software like SolidWorks.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 60000 £ per year.
Salary: £55,000-£60,000 DOE
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm, Friday 8:30am-2:00pm
Holiday: 20 days + bank holidays
Job Type: Permanent
About this role
We are recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a specialist engineering business working on the restoration, recreation and improvement of classic and historic vehicles. You'll be working on the restoration, recreation and improvement of classic and historic vehicles. This isn't about designing the same parts day after day. Every project is different, and you'll get to see your designs go from CAD to manufacture and ultimately onto the vehicle.
The Role
- Design mechanical components and systems from concept through to manufacture
- Produce 3D CAD models, drawings and BOMs
- Reverse engineer existing and obsolete components
- Use measurements and 3D scanning to recreate parts
- Design improvements for performance, reliability and manufacturability
- Work across suspension, steering, braking, drivetrain, engine, chassis and powertrain systems
- Work closely with workshop, machining and fabrication teams
- Support prototyping, testing and installation
- Provide technical guidance to engineers and technicians
The Ideal Candidate
- Strong mechanical design background
- Excellent SolidWorks experience
- Experience with Inventor, CATIA or Solid Edge advantageous
- Automotive/mechanical engineering experience
- Reverse engineering experience
- Good understanding of manufacturing processes
- Experience with gear design desirable
- Able to work independently and support/mentor others
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
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