Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer Hastings Full Time, Permanent Our client is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer required to work in the High Vacuum & Semi Conductor industry, designing high temperature heaters and manipulation stages, that operate in Physical Vapour Deposition Systems. This job involves not only design, but also includes project management, building, testing and on site installation (mainly in Europe, but also North America and Asia). The candidate should ideally have a degree or have a minimum qualification at HNC level in Engineering with experience in engineering design using solid modelling software (Solidworks), preferably in the High Vacuum Industry or Precision Engineering. They operate in a very niche area and so training will be given, but experience of working within the vacuum industry would be a great advantage. They operate in a very relaxed but fast-moving, creative and close-knit environment. The ideal candidate will: have a creative problem solving mind work hard work well under pressure be able to prioritise and manage a project from design to installation work well on their own but also as part of a team keep a smile on their face The ideal candidate would be experienced in design using solid modelling software. They would also have good engineering hand skills, able to assemble, test, fault find, develop and modify their designs to attain the required operating performance. They will have new skills, ideas and knowledge that they can bring in to complement our existing team of engineers and improve and grow our product range. They would have a professional friendly approach, be able to handle pressure and keep a smile on their face. They would be able to prioritise and cope with a number of projects at the same time. They would be a forward thinker, always looking for ways to improve our products, our mode of operation and spot new business opportunities. They would be able to work well on their own, but also as part of a close team and be able to liaise with customers. They would also need a driving licence, and be happy to drive (and fly) to customers all over Europe, and fly out to North America and Asia when required for installations. Our client's company was established in 2003 and has grown into a world leader in our niche area of vacuum sample heating and laboratory furnaces, heating up to 3000C, and exporting over 80% of our products. We are a rapidly growing forward-thinking company, with an incredible future ahead. We work in a very relaxed but professional environment, with every employee knowing where the company is and where we are going. All employees share in bonuses, as our employees are the most important and valued part of our company. We are now looking for another member to join our happy team. If you think you are the right person for this position, click apply now! A typical day involves working on customer orders in both 3D modelling and 2D drawings. Working directly with the customer to obtain a specification of their requirements whilst keeping on time and on budget. As an engineer, you will handle the project up to passing over to the purchasing team at which point you monitor the project until it is dispatched to the customer. You will also be supporting the production team with both knowledge and hands-on skills where required and from time to time be involved with building, testing and installations. Requirements: Experience in a similar role Solidworks Vacuum knowledge (preferred) Assembly skills Electronics Knowledge (preferred, not critical) Open to learning Good team player Problem Solving Project Management Team Leader What is on offer: GBP30,000.00 - GBP45,000.00 pa salary + bonuses 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays Workplace pension Use of company car/van for work trips Working hours min 36 per week with flexi-time, early finish on Friday Job Type: Full-time

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