Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design EngineerCastlefordPERMANENT£40k - £45kOur client, a large engineering business based near Castleford, have an immediate requirement to recruit a well versed Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team.Purpose of the Role:This role is key to the development and optimisation of engineered products, requiring a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and a hands-on approach to design, testing, and validation.The Role will involveDesign and develop components and assemblies using robust engineering principlesWork with manufacturing methods including injection moulding, casting, and machined componentsSpecify and manage tolerances and material selections to ensure performance and manufacturabilityConduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate and optimise designsPlan and carry out testing, analyse results, and drive continuous improvementTake full ownership of design projects from concept through to productionEnsure work is delivered in line with project deadlines and business prioritiesLiaise with suppliers to support design development and manufacturing processesMaintain accurate documentation within company systemsRequirementsStrong knowledge of injection moulding, casting, and machining processesGood understanding of tolerancing (e.g. GD&T) and material specificationsExperience with FEA tools and analysisProven ability to conduct testing and interpret resultsTechnical SkillsProficiency in Creo (3D CAD)Experience using Windchill (PLM system)Familiarity with D365 (Dynamics 365)Experience with Autodesk Fusion (Fusion 360)This is a permanent role where you will be expected to work regular office hours ( some flex).In return you can expect a salary upto £45k - £50k plus additional bonus's.This vacancy is being advertised by AMF Recruitment LTD a specialist recruitment business supporting the manufacturing industry.TPBN1_UKTJ