Design Engineer

IntaPeople Limited; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a talented Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in South Wales. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for creating 3D designs that meet customer specifications while collaborating closely with the manufacturing team on the development and testing of tool designs. You will also participate in R&D and innovation programs, ensuring that your contributions help drive product development forward. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment, attend technical meetings with clients, and tackle significant engineering challenges. If you are passionate about design and innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proficient in CAD software, preferably Solidworks.
• Experience in tooling design and moulding processes.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D designs tailored to customer specifications.
• Collaborate with teams on larger designs and quality assurance.

Skills

CAD (Solidworks preferred)

Tooling design

Understanding of metal or plastic moulding

Solid engineering background

Good communication skills

Job description

IntaPeople are proud to be working with a local business in South Wales, to help find a Design Engineer to join their growing team.

Reporting directly to the Design Team leader, your main responsibilities would be:

1. Creating 3D designs specifically to customer requirements at a target cost.
2. Producing parts listing for manufacture of design, advising on material selection and manufacture method.
3. Participating in the company R&D and innovation programme for product development.
4. Attending technical meetings with customers at our UK plant, or with customers globally to take design briefs or design reviews.
5. Working as part of a small team, collaborating on larger designs and providing quality assurance on team members' work.
6. Attending customers' premises to reverse engineer parts and also assist with installations as appropriate.
7. Working closely with the manufacturing team on the development, assembly and testing of tool designs.

Key skills

1. Ability to use CAD (Solidworks preferred).
2. Tooling design (tool maker experience advantageous).
3. Deep understanding of either metal or plastic moulding.
4. Solid engineering background.

Personal qualities

1. A good team worker.
2. Good communication skills, written and verbal.
3. Comfortable in a front-line customer facing role.
4. Ability to take on significant innovation challenges and problem solving.

If you're interested in this role, please apply within. Or feel free to reach out to Jordan on (phone number removed).