Mechanical Design Engineer

Fareham
2 weeks ago
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Are you a dynamic, talented, highly motivated and experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a new challenge? If so, and the exciting and challenging world of aerospace appeals to you where you can technically learn more and enhance your Design Engineering pedigree, then we want to speak with you now!

This role is based at a small to medium sized company with almost 200 on site within a first class engineering team. Their products are manufactured on site at their facility based in Segensworth near to Fareham, Hampshire.

They will pay a competitive salary, offer you 5 weeks holiday, 12.30pm finish on Fridays, Health Cash Plan, Contributory Pension Scheme up to 11%, free gym equipment on site, free parking and big discounts on shopping at major supermarkets such as Sainsburys/ASDA etc.

The Role:

You'll be involved in all aspects of product design including New Product Introduction and support for existing products. Joining a team of talented and multi-skilled engineers you will be responsible for designing and validating products for the Aerospace industry amongst others. You will analyse customer requirements, and prepare 3D models, and drawings and supporting technical documentation for manufacture and as a source of technical knowledge, you will provide that specialist support to internal and external teams. The company designs and manufactures complex mechanical products that are machined, fabricated, assembled and tested on site and you will play a vital part in this. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential in the designs provided that serve a heavily regulated aerospace industry where products are qualified to ensure compliance to such industry regulations and standards.

If you love Design Engineering and feel you have the transferable set of skills & experiences then we want to hear from you now as interviews are being held readily!

What do I need?

A form of relating mechanical engineering certification, relating apprenticeship, HNC, HND or degree
Experience in industry already
Good understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM)
3D CAD experience
Proven problem solving skills
Great dynamic communication skills to interact well with the associated functional between the departments and facilities
Current eligibility to work in the UK and commute to Segensworth readilyIf you wish to discuss this role in more detail and discreetly, please contact Steph Gray at FPR Group on (phone number removed) for a chat. Or click on "Apply Now" to send your CV to us, we will review and come back to you promptly!

FPR Group is acting within the capacity of a Recruitment Agency for their client

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