Job Summary

We are seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer for a role based in an Automotive Engineering company in Birmingham. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to directly influence the technical roadmap and deliver innovative, high-quality design solutions in the automotive remanufacturing sector.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead creation of 3D concept designs using CAD software.

* Produce detailed technical and assembly drawings, including BoM management, with appropriate geometric tolerancing.

* Standardise design principles to ensure quality and efficiency.

* Perform basic FEA analysis to validate component durability.

* Select, implement, and maintain CAD PLM software for drawing control.

* Validate designs using a range of engineering measurement tools, including CMM.

* Resolve design issues swiftly while maintaining quality standards.

* Collaborate with customers, applications engineers, production teams, and suppliers to develop solutions, improve efficiency, and resolve technical challenges.

* Support reverse engineering activities to address product obsolescence.

* Update and maintain product BoMs within Epicor ERP.

Essential Skills & Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

* Minimum 5 years’ CAD design experience (Catia, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Spaceclaim, etc.).

* Strong experience in 3D modelling, technical drawing creation, and BoM management.

* Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic system design desirable.

* Reverse engineering experience.

* Understanding of GD&T and relevant ISO standards.

* FEA analysis experience desirable.

* Skilled in engineering measurement techniques and tools (manual and CMM).

* Strong communication skills and proven team-working ability.

* Proficient in MS Office applications.

What We Offer:

* Competitive salary.

* 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.

* Life cover at 3x base salary.

* Pension with 5% employer contribution after 12 months.

* On-the-job training and career development.

* Access to wellbeing support.

* Paid leave for reservists