Design Engineer

Orion Electrotech; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking an experienced Principal Designer in Aylesbury. The role involves ensuring CDM 2015 compliance, managing a critical production line installation project, and coordinating health and safety efforts within the project team. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in FMCG installation projects and proficiency in Solidworks or AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering FMCG installation projects.
• Demonstrated success acting as Principal Designer under CDM 2015 regulations.
• Excellent stakeholder communication across design and construction teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the appointed Principal Designer under CDM Regulations.
• Lead PD duties throughout pre-construction and installation phases.
• Compile and manage a comprehensive Health and Safety File.

Skills

FMCG installation projects

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Health and Safety compliance

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Overview

Principal Designer
Rate: £400 - £500 per day outside IR35

Shifts: Monday – Friday – Core office hours

Orion are seeking an experienced Contract Principal Designer to support a critical 3-month production line installation programme. This role demands strong CDM 2015 compliance leadership, rapid integration into existing project structures, and proactive health and safety coordination.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the appointed Principal Designer under CDM Regulations 2015 for production line installations.
• Lead all PD duties throughout the pre-construction and installation phases, ensuring full compliance.
• Collaborate closely with the Principal Contractor to maintain smooth coordination and communication.
• Identify, eliminate, and manage design-related health and safety risks specific to line installations.
• Quickly familiarize yourself with existing design documentation, plans, and project teams to avoid delays.
• Ensure all PD deliverables are aligned with installation timelines for production lines and associated assets.
• Review and challenge design risks across machinery, structural/civil works, and M&E systems.
• Compile and manage a comprehensive Health and Safety File for future maintenance and operational use.
• Transfer all relevant Pre-Construction Information (PCI) and residual risks to the Client and Principal Contractor.
• Coordinate with Designers and the Principal Contractor to ensure consistent health and safety communication throughout the project.

Required Experience

• Proven experience delivering FMCG installation projects (e.g. filling lines, vessels, automated production systems).
• Experience with design software such as Solidworks, AutoCAD, etc.
• Demonstrated success acting as Principal Designer under CDM 2015 regulations.
• Strong understanding of the Principal Contractor’s responsibilities and how they interface with PD duties.
• Technical expertise in industrial installations, including mechanical, electrical, and structural systems.
• Ability to rapidly interpret and integrate project documentation and team structures.
• Experience in preparing Health and Safety Files and managing Pre-Construction Information.
• Excellent stakeholder communication and coordination skills across design, construction, and client teams.

If you like the look of this Principal Designer role, then click and apply or if you would like further information, please contact Katie Maisey at Orion Electrotech Aylesbury: [e-mail]
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