Design Engineer

• Design - turning research ideas into detailed designs for production.* Re-engineering designs to make them more production friendly to gain valuable
• manufacturing time.
• Reporting - writing or presenting engineering reports on various areas of design.
• Producing production specifications and engineering drawings
• Gaining knowledge of all relevant trailer legislation and applying to designs
• Gaining knowledge in all "good practice" standards with respect to trailer safety and design
• Mentoring junior design engineers
• Sharing your design experience in design review meetings to ensure the customer gets the best solution
• Applying Continuous Improvement methodology to your working practices and have an
• appreciation of Lean Manufacturing principles.

Candidates will ideally be educated to a degree standard and have a minimum of 2 years industrial experience. However, candidates with other qualifications and good experience in the field of engineering design will also be able to achieve design engineer status., * Strong problem-solving skills

• Strong team player, approachable and demonstrating a flexible style to achieving a project plan.
• Practical "hand's on" approach
• A sound knowledge of 2&3D CAD software, ideally the Autodesk products
• A sound knowledge of MS office products
• A sound knowledge of in-house computer systems required for your role
• A good understanding of design stress/loading calculations and be familiar with FEA
• A good understanding of fatigue stress and induced stress
• Have a good grasp of engineering and design principles
• An understanding of SDC's manufacturing processes and construction methods for trailers or similar heavy engineering applications.
• A comprehensive awareness of the customers implied and stated needs
• Willingness to work outside normal hours to complete jobs
• An awareness of the cost impact of design ideas.
• Excellent communication skills
• Produce high quality designs - consistently
• Be honest, punctual and dependable
• Be aware of all company policies regarding Health and safety
• Know your limits and seek advice/guidance from peers when necessary

• 28 Days Holiday
• Company Pension Scheme
• Hybrid Working (2 Days Available after a qualifying period)
• Flexible Working Hours
• 42.5 Hours Per Week
• Early Friday Finish (12:30)
• Competitive Salary, £33 000 - £36 000