Due to continued business growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Design Engineer to join a leading global business in the Blackburn area

The role will involve design and development of components used in a range of sectors including Nuclear, Offshore, Oil and Gas and Subsea applications.

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

Candidates will 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 Autodesk Inventor and Vault is a must.

Hours – 4 day working week

Key Responsibilities

* Using 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor) to design and develop new products from concept to completion

* Updating existing products to improve quality or to take advantage of modern manufacturing methods

* Liaise with customers to discuss new enquiries

* Represent the company during customer visits or at trade shows

* Ensure designs are validated using engineering calculations and FEA

* Produce manufacturing drawings of components and assemblies

* Peer checking of work done by colleagues

* Produce supporting documentation including assembly and test procedures, operating manuals, CE and UKCA marking etc. Ensure that all documentation and data conforms to the company’s ISO9001 quality system

* Work closely with the in-house CNC machining team to ensure that components are designed for manufacture

* Offer technical support to colleagues and customers

* Build and test in-house prototypes

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.

* Excellent knowledge of Design and Manufacturing Techniques.

* Experienced using Autodesk Inventor for 3D Cad Modelling

* Experience dealing with and presenting to customers is advantageous