CRC Recruitment Ltd

Lead Design Engineer

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Job Location

Newnham, United Kingdom

Job Description

Competitive salary DOE
Profit related bonus scheme – up to 5% of annual salary paid twice yearly.
39 hours per week
Mon - Thurs 8.30 – 5.00
Friday 8.30 – 4.00
Our well-established and prestigious engineering client is seeking Lead Design Engineer . They are the UK’s leading manufacturer and supplier in their sector. Their state-of-the-art head office is based in Daventry and houses the entire engineering process.
Working as part of the Design and Engineering team you will provide and develop high quality products - both new and existing from concept to introduction of new product design in line with the Company's project implementation plans.
Responsibilities:
* Project manage the design activities of nominated projects.
* Support all aspects of the design process, from the initial project brief including the design validation process, cost tracking and managing timing plans through to production.
* Specification of materials and processes for manufacturing of components.
* Preparation of exploded view drawings, schematics, and spare parts lists for new design products.
* Preparation of design criteria/drawings for special application products to customer bespoke specifications.
* Provide support, guidance and mentor the design engineering team members when required.
* Liaising with regional offices and sales teams with product application and technical advice.
* Continuously improve processes/systems and product designs where appropriate.
* Managing the Engineering Change Order process.
* Carry out any other duties as required and deemed appropriate.
* Ensure compliance with company rules and all Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental requirements.
Essential Experience required:
* Apprentice trained in an engineering background or similar equivalent practical training.
* HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical/electrical engineering or similar relevant discipline.
* Good working knowledge of and or qualification in electrical control circuits and application of electrical motors is required.
* Experienced in design engineering, with sound knowledge and capability of designing, producing, and maintaining complete development and manufacturing drawings and documentation to Company standards.
* Good project management skills are essential.
* Excellent communications skills - able to liaise with different departments and external customers with the ability to communicate ideas, changes, and improvements to the various levels of the Company structure.
* Analytical, investigative, and creative mind - always asking questions and seeking innovative but practical solutions.
* Problem solving abilities with a very high level of attention to detail.
Desirable experience:
* Experience of high-pressure components and systems, bolting torque and tension and/or electrical systems is advantageous.
* A high level of computer skills, experience in 3D computer aided design is essential, using Solidworks (preferable).
* Product data management (PDM / Vault) is advantageous.
* Engineering standard awareness for machinery safety for both mechanical and electrical is advantageous.
Benefits:
* Holidays: 22 + 8 bank holidays annually January to December, then rising by one day each year’s service after 2 year’s service up to 26 + 8 bank holidays.
* Pension scheme – 4% each party – where eligible
* Life assurance 2 x annual salary to dependent
* EAP – Employee Assistance Programme available
* Occupational Health Scheme/App for employees to access + Cycle to Work - Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
* Long Service Loyalty Award- 1 extra day’s holiday for 15 years, 2 for 25 years and 3 for 35 years’ service
CRC Recruitment are a leading Midlands based recruitment consultancy covering vacancies across the UK. We have been established since 2003 and have a reputation for high service standards to both candidates and clients. We supply permanent or temporary staff to all areas of business covering a variety of different industry sectors

Location: Newnham, GB

Posted Date: 11/22/2024
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November 22, 2024
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