Computer Aided Design Manager/CAD - Washington DC, United States - Energy Jobline CVL

Description

ROLE- Mechanical Design Lead
TERM- Permanent
My client designs and manufactures Automation and Special Purpose Machinery for a variety of sectors. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Lead to join their team near Washington on a permanent basis.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
At least 3 years' experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position
Previous experience in a similar role in an Automation or SPM environment
Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo etc.
Leadership qualities, being able to work well and motivate others within the Design Team
Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
Proficient using MS Office
Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary teamThe Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:
Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
Working with the Design Manager in translating conceptual designs into working designs within budget parameters
Managing allocated Mechanical Design Engineers
Overseeing projects to ensure milestones are being hit accordingly
Being involved in final assembly of products
Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
Identifying high risk technical elements of projects and ensuring suitable mitigations are in place to achieve costs and milestones
Providing leadership and motivation for the design team