Design Engineer

Main purpose: To support the growth of the Roofing and Cladding products through the provision of technical direction and support on installation projects and opportunities., Main tasks and duties

• Generating and issuing general and specific information in support of products and their uses.
• Developing specifications, design proposals and required detailing relevant for successful product use.
• Use of Revit to understand and interrogate large scale construction projects, develop material specification with junction details, and export quantity take-off.
• Use of Revit to develop accurate detailed product family models, rendered to photo realistic standard with Vray.
• Provision of timely and accurate technical documentation to Brett Martin Sales, Commercial, and Marketing functions.
• Evaluation of competitor information, materials, systems and product uses.
• Maintaining documentation efficiently and to a high standard of accuracy.
• Contribute to improvements in service, processes, productivity and quality of manufacture of Brett Martin product ranges.
• Contribute to the process of design, and assist with the development and testing required for product development through to third party certification;
• Provide direct customer support and training for new product developments with on site attendance as required
• Provide project specific design advice and on-site installation training
• Maintaining familiarity with all aspects of the Brett Martin ranges of products, including relevant legislation, product applications, and good practices in use.

Do you have experience in SharePoint?, * 3rd Level qualification in a Construction/Engineering related discipline or 10 years demonstrable relevant experience

• Proficient with 2D & 3D CAD
• Good working knowledge of windows based software e.g. Microsoft Office
• 3-5 years in at least one of the following: Material take-off; Undertaking on site installation assessments; Working with construction projects, * Experience using AutoDesk (Autocad, Revit, Inventor, 3DS Max)
• Proficient with SharePoint or similar software.
• Knowledge / experience of plastics processing, particularly extrusion
• Experience of delivering presentations/training
• Experience in supplier interaction/communication
• Use of Revit at macro and micro scale Use of Vray to develop photo realistic images

Skills Needed

Applying Data to Decisions, Continuous Improvement, Innovation Management, Prioritisation, Adaptability to Change, Attention to detail, Communication, Planning and Organising

Pulled from the full job description

• Annual leave
• Life insurance
• Free parking
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme, Brett Martin offers a comprehensive range of rewards and benefits to its employees. The company is committed to safeguarding the health, safety, and wellbeing of its staff by providing life assurance, safety wear, HR support, and free car parking. In terms of pay and benefits, employees enjoy competitive salaries, profit-related pay, uniform allowance, and an employer contributory pension scheme. Brett Martin also invests in the development of its employees through access to training courses, progression opportunities, and travel experiences. The company fosters a positive working environment with charity and fun day events, team building initiatives, service-linked holidays, and suggestion scheme rewards.

Performance bonuses, Retirement plan and/or pension, Free parking, Cycle to work, Life insurance, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Annual performance review, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Service recognition increases to annual leave, Staff celebration events, Not disclosed

At Brett Martin, you’ll join a workplace where our teams have created a positive working and learning environment. We have career pathways for everyone, whether you’re looking for a specific office role or would like to work hands-on with products. No matter which area of the business you join, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and develop a rewarding career., Brett Martin, established in 1958, is a leading independent manufacturing company based in Northern Ireland, employing around 1,000 people across its UK sites. With a head office in Mallusk, Co. Antrim, it specializes in plastic sheets, roof light systems, and plumbing and drainage products. Known for its commitment to investment in technology, sustainability, innovation, and employee development, Brett Martin is a top Northern Ireland employer. The company boasts a turnover of £195 million, 50% of export sales to over 74 countries, and 25% of its operations are sustainably powered.