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Mechanical Design Engineer

Burton upon Trent
4 days ago
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Mechanical Design Engineer

We are currently looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to work for one of our clients in Burton on Trent.
The client is a market-leading manufacturer of specialist equipment to a range of industry sectors including heavy engineering and aerospace.
Due to the specialist nature of the products the work is both interesting and varied and will include working on the design and creation of large scale fabrications and structures together with associated pipework and equipment.
Based in their offices in Burton on Trent, but with a requirement to travel to customers both in the UK and overseas as required, it will include the generation of engineering diagrams, for use on their equipment and will involve working on specific projects from conception to completion.
The main duties will include:

  • 2D and 3D engineering design proposal drawings
  • General Arrangement drawings
  • Fabrication details drawings
  • Pipework layouts and manufacturing drawings
    The successful candidate must have a proven track record of working within a mechanical design environment, ideally on large plant or machinery or metal fabrications/structural steelwork. They must also be qualified to a minimum of HNC in a relevant discipline although a degree is preferred and have experience of using Inventor iLogic and both 2D and 3D CAD.
    In addition to this experience, it is essential that applicants have been involved in the production of metal fabrication drawings and some, if not all of the following:-
  • The design and detailing of mechanical engineering products / projects
  • Conceptual Designs
  • General Arraignments and Layouts
  • Fabrication Drawings
  • Pipework layouts and details
  • Compliance with international standards
  • Coordination drawings for installation civil engineering contractors
    Both permanent and contract positions are available and this is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly well-established company with excellent future prospects for the right candidates and the possibility for hybrid working
    Global Recruitment Services Ltd are a Recruitment Business based in the East Midlands. For more information and to apply please email your CV to us
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