Design Engineer

The Role:

Support the department expense budget in line with the company business plan. Request quotations, raise requisitions + track spends for department

Plan individual work schedule based on tasks and responsibilities allocated on the department resource plan

Create and maintain 2D drawings and 3D models for product design

Create and maintain 2D drawings and 3D models for die tooling design

Create feasibility and technical reviews to support new business RFQ activities

Complete design for manufacture reviews with internal departments, customers, and suppliers to support NPI activities

Support department goals and actions activities in line with the company 3-year goals

Create Design Change Requests (DCRs) for internal and customer engineering changes

Create and maintain engineering specifications for the Design Department

Create and issue Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) for new or replacement die tooling

Support Design Department compliance with industry and customer audit (e.g., IATF) requirements. Including department work instructions and procedures

Support Manufacturing and QA departments with engineering advice on customer or production concerns

Document and Evaluate feasibility of internal engineering change requests via the Design Suggestion Sheet (DSS) process

Investigate, develop, and propose cost down opportunities for product, tooling and process improvements

Support the projects department in the specification and procurement of new equipment to allow parts to be produced to customer specification

Support improvement activities within the design department
- Assess and propose self-training needs
- Practice good housekeeping and safety procedures

Participate with team working, information sharing, 5S and Continuous Improvement Programmes

Ensure compliance with all Company policies and systems, including the quality, health, safety and environmental policies and management systems

Other duties as assigned

Essential Criteria:

Third level qualification in an engineering discipline (degree, HND, HNC or equivalent)

Previous design experience within a manufacturing engineering environment - Well developed 2D and 3D CAD skills (preferably Siemens NX, Catia or other 3D system) - IT literate, proficient in MS Office

Good analytical and problem solving skills
- Good communication skills, both oral and written
- Good project management skills
- Ability to work effectively on own initiative and effectively contribute within a team environment
- Customer focus and teamwork skills

Desirable Criteria:

Knowledge of manufacturing and experience in the die casting industry - Knowledge of continuous improvement tools/techniques

A knowledge of or interest in the automotive industry

Company Benefits:

Competitive salary

Competitive shift premium for all shift roles

Generous employer pension contributions, starting at 7% Employer and rising to 14% Employer

A health cash plan

Discount scheme

Life assurance

Service-related holidays & Holiday Purchase Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free car parking

Learning and Development opportunities and support

Ride to work scheme

Service awards