Due to continued business growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Design Engineer to join a leading global business in the Blackburn area  The role will involve design and development of components used in a range of sectors including Nuclear, Offshore, Oil and Gas and Subsea applications.  This is a full time permanent opportunity with an industry leader in their field.  Candidates will be qualified to a minimum HND if not degree level in a relevant Mechanical engineering discipline with a demonstrable background in design and development of mechanical products. Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Vault is a must.  Hours 4 day working week  Key Responsibilities   - Using 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor) to design and develop new products from concept to completion
  - Updating existing products to improve quality or to take advantage of modern manufacturing methods
  - Liaise with customers to discuss new enquiries
  - Represent the company during customer visits or at trade shows
  - Ensure designs are validated using engineering calculations and FEA
  - Produce manufacturing drawings of components and assemblies
  - Peer checking of work done by colleagues
  - Produce supporting documentation including assembly and test procedures, operating manuals, CE and UKCA marking etc. Ensure that all documentation and data conforms to the company s ISO9001 quality system
  - Work closely with the in-house CNC machining team to ensure that components are designed for manufacture
  - Offer technical support to colleagues and customers
  - Build and test in-house prototypes
    Education and/or Experience:   - Mechanical Engineering qualification to HND/Degree level or equivalent experience in a related engineering design field.
  - Strong demonstrable background within a mechanical design role.
  - Excellent knowledge of Design and Manufacturing Techniques. 
  - Experienced using Autodesk Inventor for 3D Cad Modelling
  - Experience dealing with and presenting to customers is advantageous
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