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Design & Development Engineer (Pumps or Hydraulics)

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A Mechanical Design Engineer with experience of designing pumps, rotating equipment or high-pressure hydraulic systems is needed by a successful engineering company

You will be working within an established research and development team creating concept designs and building prototypes for the companies core product suite.

Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Produce 3D models and drawings
  • Coordinate design and development activities with the product management team to ensure finished designs are in line with the product roadmap
  • Preparing design documentation for production (component design, technical drawings)
  • Contributing to design reviews
  • Completing calculations for design validation
  • Prototype design build & test

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Design Engineer with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes including casting, forging, machining, and metal fabrication. You will also need excellent 2D and 3D design skills with experience of Solidworks. The ability to understand complex engineering specifications and experience of rotating equipment or pumps would be a strong advantage as would any FEA or CFD experience.

Strong attention to detail is required, along with the ability to work on multiple projects to tight timescales and stringent standards without compromising on quality or cost. Some overseas and UK travel may be required for short periods.

If you would like to learn more about this exciting role please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment on 0191 6620016 or click Apply Now to send your CV

Pump Design Engineer

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A Mechanical Design Engineer with experience of using CMM equipment and the ability to produce designs by reverse engineering legacy / obsolete products & equipment is sought by a growing North East based company

You will work with a variety of clients producing technical solutions to complex engineering projects, the main focus being on providing a full reverse engineering package for parts. You will report directly to the Engineering Manager whilst supporting a busy production team, as a Reverse Design engineer you will capture detail from damaged, worn out and obsolete rotating equipment via various 3D scanning methods, then create models from captured date leading to 2D drawings for manufacture or repair.

Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Use 3D scanning technology to create 3D CAD models from complex samples
  • Produce 3D models using a portable CMM (Faro Arm) and portable white light laser scanner
  • Using customer information/samples to create 3D models
  • First principal measuring to create 3D models
  • Produce 3D models and drawings in Solidworks
  • Build full digital models of with all mating features to establish fits and clearances
  • Preparing design documentation for production (component design, technical drawings)
  • Contributing to design reviews

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Design Engineer with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes including casting, forging, machining, and metal fabrication. You will also need excellent 2D and 3D design skills with experience of Solidworks / design works / EPDM Vault and be experienced in the use of CMM, Faro Arm and 3D scanning technology.

The ability to understand complex engineering specifications and experience of rotating equipment or pumps would be a strong advantage as would any FEA experience.

Strong attention to detail is required, along with the ability to work on multiple projects to tight timescales and stringent standards without compromising on quality or cost. Some overseas and UK travel may be required for short periods.

If you would like to learn more about this exciting role please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment on 0191 6620016 or click Apply Now to send your CV

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Mechanical Design Engineer

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A Mechanical Design Engineer with Inventor experience is sought by a busy County Durham based Engineering company

As a Mechanical Design Engineer you will have the following responsibilities: –

  • Use of Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD and sketching to provide conceptual and detailed designs.
  • Analysis of mechanical systems using hand calculations and non-linear FEA with ANSYS.
  • Working closely with colleagues across the business, take ownership of design development, manufacturing, testing and take appropriate corrective actions where required.
  • Efficient and rapid development of new product technologies, following a formal process applied to new products, materials, and manufacturing processes.
  • Evaluating the performance of designs using FMEA and other techniques.
  • Leading design reviews to ensure designs meet the required specification and industry standards.
  • Technical document writing to support the Development, Sales, Project, and Manufacturing phases.
  • Creation and checking of calculations, manufacturing drawings and general arrangements to support the products through their life cycle.
  • Management of production tooling CAD and providing manufacturing support
  • Support project delivery and client interfaces with efficient delivery of engineering deliverables. Attend client meetings, presenting technical aspects of the project delivery.

We are looking for someone with professional experience and knowledge of AutoDesk Inventor or similar CAD design tool and proven experience within a mechanical design role. You will need experience in product development, design and structural analysis and have worked with a variety of materials including metals and polymers. You will ideally be degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering and be proficient with Mathcad and/or Excel for engineering calculations and have a good understanding of mechanical engineering principles (statics,
thermal, fatigue etc).

This is a varied role with opportunities for leadership and career progression. If you are interested please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment on 0191 6620016 or click Apply Now to send your CV

Senior E,C&I Engineer

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Our client are seeking a range of E,C&I engineers for ongoing, long term contract positions in the North West. Engineers will be engaged on Nuclear Decommissioning projects.

  • Note – For all E,C&I Engineer roles candidates do NOT require prior nuclear industry experience.
  • Hybrid working – 3 days on site, 2 days from home.
  • Please note – Contract roles are long term and therefore INSIDE IR35.
  • BPSS Security Clearance will be required and will be arranged following successful interview.

Senior EC&I Engineer

Knowledge/experience of the following –

  • Production / checking of instrument datasheets
  • Production / checking of lighting modelling
  • Production / checking of cable calculations (preferably using AMTECH)
  • Produce / checking of Control System Documentation
  • Produce / checking of EHSR checklist
  • Produce / checking of V&V schedules / plans
  • Production of 13849 Safety calculations
  • Partake in Risk Assessments
  • Knowledge of 61508 (electrical safety mechs)
  • Production / checking of Specifications
  • Production / checking of commissioning documents / test plans
  • Checking of all drawings and documents by the designer
  • EMC Considerations – cable segregation, faraday principle etc,
  • Leadership experience (up to 3-4 people)
  • Engage with other disciplines
  • Electrical Power Distribution Design
  • Control System Design
  • Instrument Design
  • Low Voltage Directive
  • Compile technical file