Design Engineer
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £32000 – £40000/annum Negotiable
Our client based in the Consett area has a new opening for a Design Engineer.
This is a key role with a northeast based Engineering company.
What the role involves:
You will be responsible for estimating, developing manufacturing drawings and planning part and assembly manufacturing processes in a fast-paced, breakdown and small projects environment. This will include on site measuring and reverse engineering of machined components, drive system parts and fabricated steel assemblies; providing engineering advice and expertise to ensure customer requirements are met through fabrication, machining, mechanical fitting and steelwork installation solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Accurately estimating fabricated and machined parts and assemblies
* Developing high quality manufacturing drawings utilising Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD software
* Planning efficient part/assembly routings through internal and subcontract processes, such as, profiling, machining, turning, fabrication, coating and any necessary testing
* Utilising Epicor 10 ERP software for estimating and planning functions
* Measuring customer requirements on site and selecting the appropriate method and tools to do so accurately
* Engaging with the wider business units and team leaders to plan effectively to achieve customer delivery dates
* Monitor all live jobs, ensuring material has arrived on time and that operations are completed on time
* Selecting and purchasing appropriate materials and in the correct sizes/lengths
Person Specification
* An in-depth understanding of metal manufacturing processes, including, but not limited to CNC/manual machining, turning, grinding, fabrication, welding, coating processes and mechanical assembly
* Knowledge of engineering materials, stockists, and market size/length availability
* Experienced communicator, both orally and written
* Distinguished organisational skills and able to use personal time management tools effectively
* Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
* Excellent 3D CAD user (Autodesk Inventor is desirable)
* Background in ERP system software use (EPICOR is desirable)
Required qualifications:
* Grade A* – C GCSE (or equivalent) English Language and Mathematics.
* Educated to minimum HNC/HND (preferred Degree) Level in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
More Information
- Address Consett, County Durham
