ROLE: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer LOCATION: Bristol TERM: Permanent SALARY: GBP 45,000: GBP 53,000 per annum (dependent on experience) My client designs and manufactures specialist equipment and precision parts. They are looking to take on a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a background in machinery design to join their team in Bristol on a permanent basis. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes: : At least 5 years' experience in a similar Mechanical Engineering / Design / Development position : Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar : Experience working with machinery, sheet metal and precision components would be ideal : Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment : Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor etc. : Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances : Excellent communication skills both verbal and written : Proficient using MS Office : Excellent organisational skills and time management skills : Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi:disciplinary team The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve: : Completing detailing, documentation and assembly drawings : Reverse Engineering, developing products, testing and prototyping : Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings : Liaising with manufacturing providers : Being involved in final assembly of products : Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans : Updating 3D models and drawings : Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs : Checking drawings for sign off : Working in a small multi:disciplinary team on varied projects If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.