Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Essex Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent We are currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team in Essex. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing mechanical designs and drawings for a range of mechanical systems and equipment, working within a team of mechanical design engineers on varied engineering projects. Key Responsibilities * Collaborate with internal departments to design parts, assemblies and equipment layouts * Produce detailed manufacturing drawings and supporting documentation including bills of materials (BOMs), sub-assembly drawings, schematics and schedules * Maintain and update standard machine builds and library components to ensure consistency across projects * Update and maintain mechanical drawings and documentation for equipment upgrades and modifications * Develop and implement mechanical design standards, processes and procedures * Maintain accurate 3D CAD models, assemblies and associated engineering documentation * Ensure drawings and documentation are updated and shared with relevant departments throughout the project lifecycle * Support drawing control, document management and revision control using Autodesk Vault * Liaise with the Drawing Office Manager to manage workload, project timelines and design deliverables * Ensure legacy part and assembly data is maintained and updated to meet system requirements * Maintain accurate item and assembly information within engineering systems * Follow drawing office procedures and engineering standards at all times * Apply good health and safety practices in all engineering activities Skills and Qualifications * Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline * Previous mechanical design experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment * Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor (3D), Autodesk AutoCAD (2D) and Autodesk Vault * Experience with other CAD systems such as SolidWorks will also be considered * Knowledge of geometrical tolerancing and design (GT&D) * Strong understanding of BS 8888 drafting standards * Good understanding of machining, sheet metal and fabrication processes * Ability to interpret complex equipment assembly drawings and produce accurate technical documentation * Familiarity with automated machinery, capital equipment or industrial systems * Experience working on engineer-to-order projects with longer project timelines * Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems such as Business Central is beneficial * Previous workshop, manufacturing or apprenticeship-based engineering experience is advantageous This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on varied engineering projects within a collaborative engineering environment