Design Engineer

The Company:

As a result of continuous and rapid growth with major investment and contract acquisitions a machinery manufacturer for the energy and electrical industries are seeking their next Design Engineer. They’re passionate about employee satisfaction and retention, seeking a high calibre candidate who is equally as passionate about teamwork, high standards of work and continuous improvement. Here you’ll be offered more than just a role but a career to support your ambitions, fostered by a strong learning and development culture.
 

What’s on offer:

• £45K-£50K (negotiable dependant on experience)
• 37.5 hour working week,
• 33 days holiday including statutory leave.
• Company bonus scheme
• Stakeholder pension
• Paternity pay paid at full salary for 2 weeks.
• Training and personal development into management
• International travel opportunities
• Complementary corporate work wear
• Excellent working environment
• Convenient location and free car parking

 
What will you be doing:

• Perform design, research, and development activities, ensuring project completion on time, within budget, and to agreed standards.
• Plan design and R&D activities according to contract requirements and monitor them with the Engineering Manager to meet deadlines and budget.
• Engage in regular design reviews to ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards.
• Understand and balance quality, cost, and delivery implications to find optimal technical solutions.
• Ensure designs meet customer specifications and keep internal teams informed of production requirements and design releases.
• Create, maintain and update BOM with estimated costs and communicate changes to relevant teams.

What are we looking for:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or qualified by experience.
• Engineering design and analytical skills e.g. DFMEA
• 3D modelling expertise in SolidWorks
• Experience with material selection e.g. composite, plastics, ferrous, non-ferrous, and more.
• Ability to work and contribute to a team environment.
• Excellent communicator with strong written, verbal communication style.
• Creative problem-solving approach

If you are passionate about making a difference and are eager to contribute your skills to a dynamic and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply. Even if your CV isn’t up to date or there are some elements, you’re unsure about, we’d encourage a conversation.