Design Engineer

Hays plc
Cookstown, UK
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design SolidWorks (CAD)

Job description

As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of bespoke engineering products and projects from concept through to manufacture.Key responsibilities will include:

  • Producing detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
  • Developing innovative design solutions to meet customer and project requirements.
  • Supporting projects from initial concept through design, testing and production.
  • Liaising with manufacturing, procurement and project teams to ensure designs are efficient and cost-effective.
  • Undertaking design modifications and continuous improvement activities.
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant engineering standards and specifications.
  • Providing technical support throughout the manufacturing and installation processes.

Requirements

  • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Experience using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacture principles.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Opportunity to work on innovative and technically challenging projects.
  • Career development and progression opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative engineering environment.
  • Modern manufacturing facility.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Life assurance and additional employee benefits.
  • Early finish on Fridays.

About the company

Hays Engineering are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering manufacturer based in the Cookstown area for a Design Engineer to join their growing team.

This innovative and well-established business designs and manufactures specialist engineered solutions for customers across a range of sectors throughout the UK and Ireland. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are seeking an ambitious Design Engineer who is keen to develop their career within a fast-paced engineering environment.

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