Due to continued business growth, we are looking to recruit an number of experienced Design Engineers to join a leading global business in the Burnley area

The role will involve design and development of capital equipment used in the packaging industry.

This is a full time permanent opportunity with an industry leader in their field.

Candidates will ideally be qualified to a minimum HND if not degree level in a relevant Mechanical engineering discipline with a demonstrable background in design and development of mechanical products. Experience with Autocad 2D and Solidworks are a must for this

Experience in design using Sheet metal would be advantageous

Hours – 5 days on site – flexible start/finish times available

Key Responsibilities

* Produce complete detail drawings of components from new designs and/or from previous customer repeat/duplicate designs. Complete AutoCAD / SolidWorks detail drawings under direction of Senior Engineers.

* Construct full (BOM)’s Bills of Material on drawings and electronically via engineering software.

* Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment.

* Lay out and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems, and machines.

* Coordinate with and consult other workers to design, lay-out, or detail components and systems and to resolve design or other problems.

* Checking through engineering drawings prior to release.

* Review and analyse specifications, sketches, drawings, ideas, and related data to assess factors affecting component designs and the procedures and instructions to be followed.

* Modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems.

* Perform engineering calculations to develop and design detailed specifications for components or machinery using computer-assisted equipment.

* Collaborating with Project engineers and other engineers within the team.

* Maintain filing systems.

* Lay-out, draw, and reproduce illustrations for reference manuals and technical publications to describe operation and maintenance of mechanical systems.

Education and/or Experience:

* Mechanical Engineering qualification to HND/Degree level or equivalent experience in a related engineering design field.

* Strong demonstrable background within a mechanical design role.

* Experience working with Fabrication/ Weldments/ Sheet metal products.

* Excellent knowledge of Design and Manufacturing Techniques.

* Experienced using Autocad 2d And Solidworks

* Experience dealing with and presenting to customers is advantageous