Design Engineer - Agricultural Machinery

Menter a Busnes; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturer of agricultural machinery is seeking an experienced Agricultural Design Engineer in Cheshire. The role involves designing components and leading projects, with a focus on innovation. Candidates should have strong SolidWorks skills and experience in the agricultural industry. The position offers a salary of circa £45,000 plus benefits and is a permanent full-time opportunity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme after 1 year's service

Relocation support available

Qualifications

• Design engineering experience with extensive 3D CAD skills from a recognised CAD system.
• Experience in the agricultural industry.
• Hands-on practical background with knowledge of machine function.
• Ability to relate designs to practical in-field operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design components and products for agricultural machinery.
• Lead projects and take ownership of design processes.
• Support design team in concept development from briefs.

Skills

3D CAD skills

Mechanically minded

Good communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Qualification in Engineering Design

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Agricultural Design Engineer

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Agricultural Design Engineer

• Are you a skilled Design Engineer with a passion for agricultural machinery?
• Do you thrive on designing cutting-edge products that make a real impact in the agricultural sector?
• Ready to take ownership of exciting design projects with a market-leading manufacturer?

Location of the Job: Cheshire.

Salary and Benefits Package:

• Paying circa £45,000 + per annum, depending upon experience.
• Bonus scheme after 1 year's service.
• Relocation support can be provided if you wish to relocate for this role.

Additional information:

This is a permanent full-time position.

About The Company:

A specialist manufacturer of agricultural machinery.

The Job Role Details:

We have a fantastic opportunity available for an experienced Agricultural Design Engineer.

The company are building a dynamic team of design professionals focused on the innovation of new products and the enhancement of existing agricultural equipment. With big plans to expand and grow, this is a great time to join an award-winning manufacturer!

Key Responsibilities

• Design components and products for the agricultural machinery and equipment industry.
• Carry out sketching, concept development, CAD, realistic rendering, prototyping, testing, fabrication, engineering drawings, and preparation of production files.
• Project lead and take ownership.
• Look after product handover and sign off with the production team.
• Support the design team in concept development from briefs supplied.
• Build and prepare presentations for sales presentations.

Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications

• Design engineering experience with extensive 3D CAD skills from a recognised CAD system - SolidWorks.
• Agricultural industry experience.
• Mechanically minded, from a hands-on practical background, showing a thorough knowledge of machine function, materials, fabrication and assembly processes.
• Have a recognised qualification in Engineering Design (although career experience giving you the necessary expertise and competence will be highly valued)
• A positive, can-do attitude, resourceful and focused on achieving results within a given timeframe and a strong ability to relate designs to practical in-field operation and performance.
• A self-starter mentality, capable of working effectively in and contributing to a team environment and the on-going development of existing and new products.
• Good all-round communication and interpersonal skills, along with a high standard of IT literacy.
• Highly proficient in spoken and written English - strong written and verbal communication.

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