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Design Engineer - Gateshead

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Gateshead

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 50,000

Full time

28 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in the industrial sector is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their growing team in Gateshead. The role involves product design, development, and improvement within a dynamic team, where strong skills in SolidWorks and project management are essential. Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered, catering to those looking to make a significant impact in product development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours
PR Bonus up to 8%

Qualifications

  • Experience in design/manufacturing environment.
  • Understanding of material selection and manufacturing processes.
  • Good 3D CAD skills and engineering practices.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop products from concept to manufacture.
  • Manage product development projects and liaise with suppliers.
  • Create production-ready data and provide technical support.

Skills

SolidWorks
Problem-solving
Project management

Education

BEng, HND/C or similar

Tools

3D CAD
Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Company Description, Profile, and Scope of Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Design Engineer who can demonstrate strong competency in the use of SolidWorks, and is qualified to BEng, HND/C, or similar level in an engineering or Product / Industrial Design discipline.

You will have the opportunity to develop within an established, highly successful, and growing independently branded company, which is part of a global organization employing staff on both sides of the Atlantic.

Working within a highly professional engineering team, you will play a key role in developing products from concept through to manufacture, as well as participating in product and process improvement projects.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
  1. Product design and development for new and existing products.
  2. Involvement in research and development linked to prototype builds and testing.
  3. Identification, consideration, and implementation of product improvement projects.
  4. Creating production-ready data, including engineering drawings, bills of materials, and 3D CAD models.
  5. Liaising with suppliers throughout the product development process.
  6. Understanding and implementing relevant product approvals.
  7. Providing technical support for customers, suppliers, and development partners as required.
  8. Adhering to internal quality management systems.
  9. Managing product development projects.
Qualifications, Experience, Skills, and Attributes
  • Ideally qualified to BEng, HND/C, or similar level in an engineering or Product / Industrial Design discipline, though other relevant qualifications and experience will be considered.
  • Proven experience working within a design/manufacturing environment.
  • Understanding and application of design strategy.
  • Proactive in driving and managing product development projects.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to respond within a dynamic development environment.
  • Sound understanding of material selection, production, and manufacturing processes.
  • Good 3D CAD skills, preferably within SolidWorks, and knowledge of good engineering practices.
  • Knowledge of pneumatics and/or compressor design is advantageous.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a desire to get things right first time.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Excellent communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Details of Packages

Salary ranges from £40,000 to £50,000 (depending on experience), plus PR Bonus (up to 8%), flexible working hours (details negotiable), and benefits. The standard workweek is 39 hours: 07:30 – 16:00 Monday to Thursday, and 07:00 – 14:00 on Friday.

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