Details:
- Salary: £50,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Stroud Gloucestershire
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Senior Design Engineer
£50,000
Stroud
Our client is a leader in the design and manufacturing of bespoke valves for a variety of industries and they are looking for a Design Engineer to join their team!
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Interpret customer requirements and specifications to develop engineered product designs
* Plan and prioritise engineering activities to ensure projects are delivered on time
* Produce detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
* Design new products and modifications in line with customer and industry requirements
* Perform engineering calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) where required
* Analyse test data and prepare technical reports to verify product performance
* Ensure designs comply with API, ISO, PED, ASME VIII and customer specifications
* Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
* Solve complex mechanical engineering problems using a logical approach
* Review engineering drawings and BOMs to ensure accuracy and compliance
* Support the introduction of new products into production
* Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance products and processes
* Mentor and provide technical guidance to other Engineers
* Represent Engineering at internal and customer meetings when required
* Deputise for the Principal Engineer as required
* Undertake additional engineering duties as directed by the Product Design Manager
* Travel to customer sites and other business locations as required
Ideal Candidate:
* Recognised qualification in Mechanical Engineering
* Experienced using 3D CAD software for mechanical design
* Experience designing high-pressure equipment within a manufacturing environment
* Strong knowledge of engineering calculations, FEA and GD&T
* Understanding of DFM, DFA and engineering materials, particularly metals
* Experience producing engineering drawings and Bills of Materials
* Familiar with MRP systems such as Visual or Syteline
* Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and technical software such as MathCAD or LabView
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
* Able to manage multiple projects and work to demanding deadlines
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel