Lead Design Engineer

Prince Personnel Limited; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Lead Design Engineer in North Shropshire to support and lead a design team. This role involves hands-on design and collaboration on new product development, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge in 3D CAD software and experience in mechanical design roles. Competitive salary up to £55,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience with 3D software (AutoCAD/Inventor/Solidworks) is a must.
• Finite Element Analysis exposure/understanding would be advantageous.
• Driving license and access to own transport is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Guide, support, and lead a small team of Design Engineers.
• Design new and bespoke products in compliance with specifications.
• Prepare and review 3D models and fabrication drawings.

Skills

3D software (AutoCAD/Inventor/Solidworks)

Finite Element Analysis

Education

Relevant qualification

Job description

Lead Design Engineer

Location: North Shropshire
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: up to circa £55,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours per week

Prince are happy to be supporting an established client based in the north Shropshire area, who currently have a fantastic opportunity to join their existing design team in a senior capacity. Due to company growth and exciting, upcoming projects, this business is looking to expand their design team and skillset by bringing in a Lead / Senior Design Engineer. The role will be hands on but you will also be supporting and leading a small team of Design Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Guiding, supporting and leading a small team of Design Engineers
• Supporting with the design of new and bespoke products in compliance with industry and client specifications
• Prepare and review 3D models, fabrication drawings and BOM's using CAD software
• Ensure that the designs meet performance, safety and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with internal manufacturing teams to optimise designs for manufacturability
• Perform engineering calculations
• Develop and maintain design documentation, data sheets and technical specifications
• Provide technical support through the manufacturing, inspection and testing phases
• Support sales with quotations
• Liaising directly with customers and suppliers on design requirements and specifications
• Researching other products in the market to generate ideas for improvement
• Providing technical advice and support on design requirements
• Working with both 3D and 2D software systems such as AutoCAD/ Inventor/ Solidworks

Skills and Experience

• Must have experience with 3D software (AutoCAD/ Inventor/Solidworks)
• Finite Element Analysis exposure/understanding would be advantageous
• Relevant qualification would be ideal but not essential
• Must be within commutable distance - Must drive or have access to own transport
• This role would suit someone who has previously worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer / Design Engineer / Mechanical Designer

The application process

Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity.

We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours. If you do not hear from us within this time your details won't be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment.

About Us

Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Whether you're seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract you'll find us easy to deal with. Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales. Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment. With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you.

Reference: AA26749