A business with over 30 years of experience, the company has developed an international network of associates, which complement their skills as a highly developed business; with the capacity for both large and small batch production.
All of their products are manufactured to ISO 9001:2015 Quality Assurance Program and deliver best-in-class products with short order lead-times.
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 dependant on experience.
Design Engineer Role Overview
Client is seeking a detail-oriented, experienced, and organized design engineer to join their growing team. In this position, you will research and develop new ideas and prototypes to create and build for the company. You will create plans and blueprints, collaborate with key suppliers, and oversee the manufacturing of prototypes and final building. You will also be responsible for improving the performance and efficiency of existing systems and products.
Design Engineer Duties and Responsibilities
Draw and create blueprints and other schematics needed
Create test prototypes
Make recommendations to improve production efficiency
Develop and implement design strategies
Collaborate with other engineers, managers, and creative team
Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for design
Research and track prototype performance and reactions
Prepare documentations, such as testing protocols and manuals
Organize plans and create schedules
Review and oversee manufacturing of designs
Design Engineer Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in design engineering, mechanical engineering, product design, industrial design, or related field; master’s degree in engineering or related field preferred
To modify existing products or processes to increase efficiency or improve performance. using computer-aided design (CAD) software such as Creo or Solidworks to create 3D Models and 2D blueprints.
2-3 years previous experience in a similar role is preferred
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
Strong aptitude for creating detailed blueprints and instructions
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently