Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Exeter | 36,500-40,000 per annum | Flexible Working Hours | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join an established design team within a successful manufacturing business in the Exeter area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or Product Design Engineer with a passion for developing high-quality manufactured products.

Working closely with design, manufacturing, and operational teams, you'll support new product development, mechanical design, product improvement, and design optimisation , taking projects from initial concept through to production release.

What We Offer

• 36,500-40,000 per annum.
• Flexible working hours.
• Generous annual leave, increasing with service.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee discount programme.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Free on-site parking.
• Ongoing professional training and development.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced engineering professionals.
• Long-term career development within a successful manufacturing business.

Key Duties

• Create detailed mechanical designs and technical drawings for new and existing products.
• Support new product development from initial concept through to production release.
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing teams to improve product performance, quality, and efficiency.
• Produce engineering documentation and technical specifications to support production activities.
• Identify opportunities for mechanical design optimisation and continuous improvement.
• Develop practical and commercially viable engineering solutions within a manufacturing environment.
• Apply Design for Manufacture principles throughout the product development process.
• Consider engineering tolerances and practical product design requirements when developing solutions.

Requirements

• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent qualification, or a proven mechanical engineering background.
• Experience using 3D CAD software within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of Design for Manufacture principles.
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and associated manufacturing processes.
• Experience producing detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Understanding of engineering tolerances and practical product design considerations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to technical challenges.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Desirable:

• Experience working on new product introduction projects.
• Familiarity with Solid Edge.
• Exposure to risk-based design methodologies and product validation processes.
• Experience working within a quality-focused manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of production, purchasing, or supply chain interactions within manufacturing.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Design Engineer, or Product Design Engineer looking for a long-term career opportunity within a successful manufacturing business in Exeter, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

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