Design Engineer

VES; Chandler's Ford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A British manufacturer in the ventilation industry is seeking a Design Engineer to design bespoke Air Handling Units. The role involves creating detailed drawings using AutoCAD, collaborating with production teams, and ensuring project deadlines are met. Ideal candidates will have experience in product design and a commitment to quality and safety standards. Company benefits include life assurance, pension, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Company Pension

22 Days Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays)

Celebration Day Off

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in designing ventilation products.
• Ability to create detailed drawings for manufacture.
• Understanding of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Design bespoke Air Handling Units and produce detailed drawings.
• Create Bills of Materials for ventilation products.
• Liaise with customers to meet design requirements.
• Review and provide feedback on designs.
• Manage project timelines effectively.

Skills

Design using AutoCAD

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

Design software

Job description

Design Engineer @ VES (Chandler's Ford, United Kingdom)

About VES

VES is a family run British manufacturer in the commercial ventilation industry. With a heritage of over 55 years, we manufacture market leading air handling units and provide service solutions to buildings / businesses across the UK. With two factories in England, encompassing over 75,000 square feet of manufacturing space, we are equipped to manage end-to-end projects seamlessly.

Purpose of Role

To undertake a variety of design activities, essentially designing ventilation products, producing detailed drawings for manufacture and compiling Bills of materials.

Role and Responsibilities

• Design bespoke Air Handling Units (AHUs), produce outline and detailed drawings to a high standard using AutoCAD and other design software.
• Create Bills of Materials for ventilation products and prepare programming for manufacturing using relevant software.
• Issue drawings to customers and liaise with them to suit requirements.
• Review designs and programs created by colleagues, providing feedback to maintain high standards.
• Approve component drawings from suppliers and issue customer-specific drawings as required.
• Manage time effectively to ensure all assigned projects meet deadlines.
• Participate in design reviews to provide insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate with production and programming teams to assist with quality issues and ensure seamless workflow.
• Comply with company health and safety standards and ensure adherence during all project phases.
• Support the team with filing and retrieving design-related information when required.
• Assist in resolving production issues related to design and programming errors.
• Carry out any other duties as deemed appropriate by your line manager.

This specification is not an exhaustive list of duties, you will be expected to carry out different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the Organisation and the overall Business objectives of the Organisation.The Company will, with you, concentrate on your development and we feel sure that with a disciplined and dedicated approach this can be comfortably achieved.

Salary banding

• £25,000 - £28,000

Company Benefits

• Life Assurance.
• Company Pension.
• 22 Days Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays).
• Celebration Day Off (if your birthday falls on a working day).
• Opportunities to Develop and Grow.
• A Free and Confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Multiple Annual Company Run Events / Awards.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Good Transport Links (Chandler's Ford Train Station).
• The Chance to Enrich Your Role (by joining our social / charity committee and / or becoming a Fire Warden, First Aider, or Mental Health First Aider).

If you think you have the skills and experience required for this role, please apply with your CV alongside a short cover letter explaining why you want the role and why you should be considered.