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Design Engineer 
SolidWorks
Contract Role
Based in Leicester - LE4
£25-30ph
Days Shifts - Early Finish Friday 

Are you a skilled Design Engineer with Solidworks experience? If yes, read on…. 

Precision is working with a leading automation company, dedicated to revolutionising industrial processes through cutting-edge technology. We are seeking a talented and experienced Contract Design Engineer proficient in SolidWorks to join the dynamic team.

The Role - Design Engineer:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop innovative automation solutions using SolidWorks.
- Create precise and detailed 3D models, ensuring seamless integration with our automation systems.
- Participate in design reviews, providing technical expertise and recommendations for optimisation.
- Conduct analysis and simulations to validate designs and identify areas for improvement.
- Generate accurate engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and bill of materials.
- Support manufacturing and assembly processes, working closely with production teams.
- Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in automation design methodologies. 

Minimum Skills / Experience Required - Design Engineer:
- Extensive experience working as a Design Engineer, preferably in the automation industry.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks and other relevant CAD software.
- Strong understanding of engineering principles and design standards.
- Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet project deadlines.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
- Automation and machine design experience 
- Motivated and excellent team player
- Able to commute to the LE4 area 

The Package - Design Engineer:
- £25-30ph
- Free onsite parking
- Day Shifts, Mon to Thurs 7.30 to 16.30, Fri 7.30 to 12.30 

About Precision People

Precision People is a leading recruitment agency that specialises in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership. Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidates expectations. 

Interested?  

To apply for the Design Engineer position, here are your two options:
1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Betty Auty on 0116 254 5411 between 8.30am - 5.30pm.
2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know. 

PPME 

Design Engineer
Mechanical Design
SolidWorks essential
Shepshed / Leicestershire / LE12
Up to £35,000 per annum

Are you a skilled Design Engineer with the ability to create BOMS, using CAD and SolidWorks in particular? If yes, read on….
 
My client is an established firm in the precision engineering manufacturing sector, based in north Leicester and commutable from Nottingham, Derby, Coalville and Hinckley. They are currently looking for a skilled Design Engineer to produce accurate and economical drawings.
 
The Role - Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Designing and detailing bespoke items using sheet metal
• Liaising with clients during designing and coordinating with in house sales, quality and manufacturing teams
• Producing accurate and economical drawings
• Attending sites take measurements when needed
• Updating clients on the progress of their job
• Working independently and as part of a team

 
Minimum Skills / Experience Required - Design Engineer:

• Minimum 2 years of using SolidWorks
• AutoCAD 2 years in a similar CAD Engineer role (preferred)
• Creating BOMS
• 2-3 years in a similar CAD Engineer role 
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• UK resident with a full driving licence (preferred)

The Package - Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Starting salary up to £35,000 per annum
• Free onsite parking
• 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
• Pension

About Precision People

Precision People is a leading recruitment agency that specialises in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership.

Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidates expectations.

Interested? 

To apply for the Mechanical Design Engineer position, here are your two options:

1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Jon on 0116 254 5411 between 8.30am - 5.30pm.
2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know.

PPDEL

The Role: CAD Engineer

20 days holiday, plus statutory holidays

Free onsite parking

Salary up to £35k depending on experience 

 

The successful CAD Engineer will be responsible for the Design and detailing of standard and bespoke sheet metal acoustic products

 

The Company

 

In existence since 1991 my client has fast become the UKs leading specialist in their sector working with companies all over the world.

 

CAD Engineer Key Responsibilities

 

• Design and detailing of standard and bespoke sheet metal acoustic products.
  
  
• Liaison with the clients during design and coordination with our in house sales, quality and manufacturing teams.
  
  
• You will be required to produce accurate and economical drawings, attend site to take measurements when needed and keep the clients advised on the progress of their jobs whilst maintaining an efficient and effective use of time.
  
  

• Solid works proficient and able to use AutoCAD
  
  
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
  
  
• Good communication and organisational skills
  
  
• Accuracy and attention to detail
  
  

The Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

37.5 Hours per week

25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays

Salary up to £50k depending on experience 

 

The successful Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design of bespoke automated machinery and manufacturing systems. Designing machines and systems from the concept stage through to the final details stage in order to fulfil the specification outlined in the customer's order. 

 

The Company

 

My client has in excess of 30 years industry experience and with that comes an exceptional reputation for delivering bespoke automated solutions into a range of sectors.  

 

Key Responsibilities

 

• Design machines and systems from the concept stage through to the final detailed stage in order to fulfil the specification outlined in the customers order
  
  
• Specifying and competitively obtaining quotations for the purchasing of tooling and bought out items in order to start the build process on time and to within budget
  
  
• Creation of pneumatic specification & diagrams
  
  
• Specification of all sensors & ancillary equipment needed to achieve the final design
  
  

• Experience creating 3D CAD drawings
  
  
• Advanced user of AutoDesk Inventor (Preferable, although other packages will be considered)
  
  
• Experience working within an Automation environment, in particular machinery
  
  
• Experience liaising with both internal and external bodies to manage projects to completion
  
  

The Role: Project Engineer 

My Client is seeking a Project Engineer that is looking to make that move into a Project Management role to join their team, to help support customers through the entire ‘prototype to production’ journey offering a single point of contact delivered by their group companies

The Company

Offering industrial solutions for materials handling, packing, automated component assembly, inspection and  bespoke automation including advanced robotics. Their extensive experience in  advanced automation and conveyance in manufacturing systems, along with a reputation for operational excellence, has made them the integrators of choice for many of the UK’s international brands. 

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of a project team to deliver novel engineering solutions to clients on  conveyance and automation of manufacturing systems.  
  
  
• Provide engineering expertise in technical projects including: 
  
  
• System layout design 
  
  
• Site surveys involving measuring, sizing and scanning customer sites and  installations. 
  
  
• Feasibility studies and prototyping 
  
  
• Engineering solutions calculations and technology options down-selection  
  
  
• Site installation, supervision, and support 
  
  
• Liaising with project managers, clients as required
  
  
  
  

• Degree qualified in a relevant subject (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical,  Aerospace, Manufacturing Systems etc) 
  
  
• A minimum, of 3 years’ experience working as a Project Engineer
  
  
• Experience in any of the following areas is desirable: manufacturing systems,  machinery and equipment, robotics, conveyor systems and associated  equipment, walkways and automation. 
  
  
• Experience of working in/with the food industry is desirable • Experience of site supervision 
  
  
• Use of CAD (3D Inventor) is desirable 
  
  
• A clean driving licence is also required
  
  

The Role: Project Manager

The Project Manager is responsible for delivery of Engineering projects of various sizes. Managing resources, programme, specification, and financials across the full project cycle. This includes management of issues risks and project change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery to Customer requirements. Building and maintaining a strong relationship across all key stakeholders. Contribute to process improvement initiatives. Ensure that projects are completed to the quality, within programme constraints and budget. 

The Company

A company that is dedicated to putting their customers first, and providing an all round solution to everything they do. As Project Manager you will share the company's vision and implement it across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Full project life cycle ownership: successful project delivery will include from design to delivery.
  
  
• Manage all aspects of multiple projects in line with programme and customer requirements.
  
  
• Prepare estimates and detailed project plans for all phases of the project.
  
  
• Define the Statement of Work and Specifications for the requested goods and services.
  
  
• Work with procurement and operations to ensure adequate resources to achieve project objectives in planned time frames where required.
  
  
• Manage the day-to-day project activities and resources and drive the project management team meetings. 
  
  
• Ensure that projects and programs are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget and quality standards.
  
  
• Provide status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks and issues, communicating across business teams.
  
  

• Good understanding of project and program management principles, methods and techniques.
  
  
• Degree level qualified. 
  
  
• Strong communication (written, verbal and presentation) and interpersonal skills.
  
  
• Able to build and maintain relationships by engaging key stakeholders to establish credibility, solve problems, and achieve objectives.
  
  
• Self-motivated, decisive, and flexible with proven ability to deal with shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  
  

The Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

My client is looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their small but highly skilled R&D Team where you will be working to progress their hardware products. This will entail both developing new products and reforming and improving the existing product range 

The Company

A company that is dedicated to putting their customers first, and providing an all round solution to everything they do. As Project Manager you will share the company's vision and implement it across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Redesigning existing products to deliver better performance and to improve manufacturability
  
  
• Creating new products and solutions to meet commercial requirements
  
  
• Supporting the manufacturing engineers in the development of manufacturing rigs and  processes, where required
  
  
• Ensure the delivery of projects to the required timelines

• Experience using SolidEdge
  
  
• Design for Manufacture
  
  
• Development from prototype through to manufacture

The Role: Electronic Design Engineer

Due to an increase in business and growth of the business, my client have a need for an Electronic Design Engineer to join their existing team. The successful person will be part of a highly skilled team, responsible for the concept, design, detailing and specification of parts, as well as liaising with both manufacturers and suppliers to ensure cost effective designs. The role requires a hands-on approach with the ability to communicate effectively with production and purchasing departments in a fast paced development environment.

The Company

Without this sounding too ‘hush hush’ my client design and manufacture security systems on a need to know basis. You will be joining a company that has a reputation for delivering superior quality surveillance equipment into law enforcement agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing, documenting and testing bespoke electronics systems, ensuring all technical documentation and information produced is filed and maintained correctly in accordance with company procedures and processes.
  
  
• Design of circuit boards
  
  
• Define and produce electrical/electronic wiring diagrams
  
  

• Ability to define and produce electrical/electronic wiring diagrams
  
  
• Knowledge of analogue and digital electronics, components and sensors
  
  
• Experience with Altium Design
  
  
• Knowledge of CE approval and EMC test requirements
  
  
• Knowledge of Ethernet based circuit boards & Network switches
  
  

1. “This is the job for me, I meet all the requirements” – Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Jon Webster on 0116 254 5411 between 8.30am – 5.30pm
   
   
2. “I think I’m right for this position, but I’m not sure about some of the detail” – Click “apply now” so I can read your CV and come back to you.
   
   

The Role: Software Design Engineer

Due to an increase in business and growth, my client is looking to recruit a Software Design Engineer to join their dynamic and ambitious design team. The post holder will contribute to the growth and success of the business through the development of innovative  controls-based solutions

The Company

A company with in excess of 40 years’ experience providing bespoke turnkey automation, ranging from fully integrated high throughput cells to stand-alone machines.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively collaborate as part of the wider design department to scope befitting technical solutions  for projects. This would include hardware specification such as safety devices, communication architectures/protocols etc, where product selection would have direct implications on the software  solution
  
  
• Write and test software programs for the defined hardware
  
  
• Ensure all software is written, documented, and controlled in accordance with company procedures  and processes

• Previous experience of working with automated machinery would be an advantage
  
  
• Programming experience of PLC’s/HMIs and/or script-based programming
  
  
• In depth knowledge of Motion Control and 6 Axis Robot systems would be an advantage

The Role: Electrical Design Engineer


Due to an increase in business and growth, my client is looking to recruit an Electrical Design Engineer who will be part of a dynamic and innovative design team, creating electrical  & pneumatic designs associated with automation machinery. You will also work alongside engineers and other professionals, to create and enhance the electrical  schemes, which form a vital part of the products my client produce, whilst contributing to the evolution of their processes 


The Company


A company with in excess of 40 years’ experience providing bespoke turnkey automation, ranging from fully integrated high throughput cells to stand-alone machines.


Key Responsibilities

• Produce electrical designs that are compliant with and conform to, all relevant Codes of Practice, Company and Industry Standards
  
  
• From approved designs, produce Electrical Parts Lists/Bill of Materials, for all electrical and pneumatic aspects of a project
  
  
• Collaborate with colleagues to produce electrical layouts for automated machinery and associated components
  
  
• Provide technical support during the build, testing and commissioning project phases 

• Ability to follow electrical and pneumatic schematic diagrams and drawings
  
  
• Conversant in the use of AutoCad and highly skilled with EPlan software
  
  
• Proven electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical experience within the automation industry
  
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of diagnostics, test and repair of electronic/electrical, pneumatic and  mechanical systems