Mechanical Design Engineer - Injection Moulding

Mechanical Design Engineer
- Injection Moulding

• Full-time
• Contract Type:
  Permanent
• Region:
  Midlands

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

As a Mechanical Design Engineer
- Injection Moulding, you will join our Coventry team to support our activities within the automotive engineering sector.

You will play a key role in the design and development of injection moulded plastic components for automotive applications. Working within a fast-paced product development environment, you will be responsible for producing robust 3D models and detailed engineering drawings, ensuring designs meet manufacturing, quality, and performance requirements.

• Location:
  Coventry
• Experience Level: Mid
  - Level (3+ years of experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and develop 3D models and assemblies using CATIA V6
• Design injection moulded plastic components in accordance with automotive standards and manufacturing requirements
• Produce detailed 2D engineering drawings to a high standard and in line with CAD OEMstandards
• Apply GD&T principles to ensure accurate component definition and manufacturability
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to resolve design challenges
• Participate in design reviews and support component release activities throughout the product lifecycle

Required Skills:

• Proven experience using CATIA V6 within an automotive engineering environment
• Strong experience in the 3D modelling and design of injection moulded plastic components
• Excellent understanding of injection moulding design principles, including:
  • Rib thickness
  • Draft angles
  • Tooling direction
  • Split lines
  • Compression limiters
• Excellent GD&T knowledge and application
• Ability to produce high-quality 2D engineering drawings in line with CAD OEMstandards
• Strong understanding of Design for Manufacture (DfM) principles

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering
  , or
  equivalent
  military experience
  .
• Demonstrable experience designing plastic components within the automotive sector
• Experience supporting products through concept, design, and release phases
• Knowledge of tooling design and injection moulding manufacturing processes
• Experience with 3
  
  DEXPERIENCE (3DX)
• Understanding of product validation and prototype development
• Experience working within cross-functional product development teams

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings &team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

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