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Design Engineer

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Derbyshire

Expire in: 10 hours

Job Description

Experienced Design Engineer sought for a specialist Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of pedestrian operated electric tugs and utility vehicles designed to manoeuvre industrial loads. Our client combines their specialist knowledge and experience with manufacturing ability to provide customers with a completed solution. Over 80% of their production is exported to Europe, Asia, Africa, Middle East, Australia and New Zealand.

Design Engineer Role:

  * Create innovative 3D design concepts, GA & Manufacturing drawings in response to application data gathered from the customer.

  * Ensure design meets manufacturing, technical, cost and customer requirements whilst keeping safety and quality at the forefront of every decision.

  * Active participation in design reviews and technical discussions.

  * Identification of suitable suppliers for required parts and components.

  * Production of design calculations and reports, bill of materials, operations and maintenance manuals, test documents, risk assessments and other documents as necessary.

  * Ability to prioritise and manage multiple workflows according to project budget and timescale.

  * Inspection of ordered goods upon delivery, as required, to ensure conformity to purchase order and other specific requirements.

  * Practical and hands-on shopfloor build as required - overseeing manufacture, assembly and testing activities.

Design Engineer Requirements:

  * Engineering Degree Qualification or HND.

  * Fully proficient (min. 3 years) with CAD, SolidEdge beneficial.

  * Creation and ongoing maintenance of BOMs.

  * Previous experience / strong personal interest in DC electric motors, motor controllers and wiring would be a significant advantage.

  * Fully proficient with MS Office.

  * Proven ability to communicate Engineering proposals and concepts to customers.

  * Experience with FEA preferred, but not essential.

  * Excellent problem-solving skills with a genuine ‘can-do’ and innovative attitude.

  * Any foreign language skills would be an advantage. Fluent English essential.

  * A good timekeeping and attendance record.

Design Engineer Benefits:

Competitive Salary, 38.5 hour working week, 24 Holiday Days + Bank Holidays, rising with length of service, Company Pension (9% Employer + 5% Employee), ‘Early-Finish’ Fridays, Free on-site parking.

Design Engineer Applications:

This vacancy is only available to Candidates with relevant experience as detailed in the job description. Due to volume of applications, we are unable to respond to applicants who do not possess the required skills and experience. Recent Graduates who do not have the required level of industry experience need not apply.

Candidates must be authorised to work in the country where this role is located BEFORE making an application

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