Mechanical Design Engineer (Graduate to Intermediate)Location: Co. Louth (hybrid: 2 days from home)Salary: €40,000 €60,000 + benefitsType: Permanent, full-time
The companyAn established Irish engineering firm that designs and builds automated production equipment for manufacturers in Ireland, the UK and overseas. They have a strong reputation, plenty of repeat business and a busy order book, and theyre growing the mechanical design team.
The roleYoull design custom machines and equipment from concept through to build. Graduates will start by working closely with senior engineers. If you have more experience, youll take ownership of design packages from early on. The role is hybrid: youll spend three days in the office alongside the workshop and two days working from home. Every project is different, and youll see your designs built in the workshop and running at the customers site.
- Create 3D models and assemblies of machines and equipment
- Produce detailed manufacturing drawings and bills of materials
- Select components such as motors, pneumatics, bearings and guarding
- Work with the controls, production and assembly teams during build
- Help with machine testing, trials and customer acceptance
- Update designs based on feedback from the workshop and site
- Keep design files and documentation organised
What youll need
- Level 7/8 degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Mechatronic Engineering, or similar
- Recent graduates welcome, as are engineers with up to 5 years design experience
- Experience with machinery, automation or special purpose equipment is a strong advantage
- Good 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks, Inventor or similar)
- Understanding of tolerances, materials and manufacturing processes
- Practical mindset and keen to learn and develop
- Some travel to customer sites may be needed
Whats on offer
- €40k €60k depending on experience
- 2 days per week working from home
- Pension and company benefits
- Mentoring from a strong senior design team
- Varied, hands-on projects across different industries
- Clear progression to Senior Design Engineer
Interested?Apply here or contact Darryl Gatora at Talent Curve Recruitment for a confidential chat.
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