Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced 3D CAD Mechanical Design Engineer to join a UK automation solutions company located near Rochester (Kent).

Key Skills: 3D CAD Mechanical Design Engineer, Robotic Automation, 3D modelling

Location: Rochester, Kent ME2 4DR – office based role.

Salary: Circa £40,000 – £55,000

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a vital role within the company. The role will include but not limited to:

• Mechanical concept design of Robotic Automation Equipment using 3D modelling
• Detailed design using 3D modelling software
• Design calculation and verification

Project responsibilities will include customer liaison, overseeing design review meetings, specifying bought in components and costing of such, management of sub-contractors when needed, support on commissioning and testing, working closely with the senior management team making sure project deadlines are met.

Required skills and experience:

• Proven experience of mechanical design process of industrial equipment is essential.
• Develop fully functional concepts and develop into a fully functional design optimized and ready for production.
• Ability to solve engineering problems within the constraints given by the customers and internal budgets.
• Knowledge of bespoke robot end of arm tooling and fixtures is desirable but not a requirement.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• A mechanical engineering degree is essential along with proven 3D CAD experience, preferably in Autodesk Inventor.

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