Mechanical Design Engineer (RF / Microwave)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Witham
1 day ago
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Mechanical Design Engineer (RF / Microwave)

£50,000 - £55,000 + 25 days holiday + Healthcare + Excellent career development opportunities

Witham

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work for a global leading manufacturer who provide a stimulating technical environment with lots of opportunities to further your career?

Would you like to work for a business with an exceptional pedigree, who supply the aerospace and defence market, with ambitious plans for growth and investment?

On offer is an outstanding opportunity for a talented Design Engineer with RF or microwave connector design experience to join a leading global specialist manufacturer of coaxial RF connectors, adaptors and cable assemblies.

The company has quadrupled its business over the last three years and is seeking a creative and curious Design Engineer to work with a talented team based in the UK and USA who offer an interesting and stimulating design role with exceptional career development and training opportunities.

The role:

  • Product design, using SolidWorks to create components, assemblies, engineering drawings, prototyping, and tooling
  • Assign part numbers and descriptions in accordance with company engineering standards
  • Create and maintain part numbers and bills of Materials within E-Max ERP System
  • Assist with costing and labour estimation for cable assemblies and components
  • Provide technical support for the sales team and manufacturing team
  • Undertake production engineering projects with a view to continuous improvement and cost reduction.
  • Create and maintain documentation for engineering procedures and processes

The person:

  • Mechanical Design Engineer with RF/Microwave connector design, or similar experience

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Keywords: Mechancial Design Engineer, Solidworks, RF connectors, small machine components,

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Keywords: Procurement, Junior Buyer, Purchasing Executive, Marine, Oil & Gas, Engineering, ERP

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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