Lead Design Engineer

px fairport; Adlington; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contribution towards eye test and glasses

Online company discount benefits

Long Service Awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Benefits Package

Onsite parking

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Design Engineer in Adlington, England. This role requires ownership of design outputs and deliverables for projects, including 3D modeling and technical documentation. Candidates should have substantial experience in material handling and strong knowledge of CAD software. The position offers various employee benefits, including contributions towards eye tests and discounts on services.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Design Engineer, with experience in material handling.
• Excellent knowledge of technical drawing and drafting standards (BS 8888).
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes associated with heavy fabrication.
• Good 3D CAD software knowledge (Autodesk Inventor or Revit preferred).
• Excellent knowledge of technical drawing and drafting standards (BS 8888).
• Excellent understanding of the design process, and its associated documentation.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes associated with heavy fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of equipment, systems, and schemes to the specified brief.
• Produce 3D models and technical drawings, ensuring compliance with CAD standards.
• Ensure design outputs meet project specifications, relevant standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage drawings, models, bill of materials, and technical documents using company systems.
• Ensure design outputs meet project specifications, relevant standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

3D CAD software knowledge

Knowledge of bulk material handling

Understanding of design process

Technical drawing standards knowledge

Experience with manufacturing processes

Education

HNC in relevant design or engineering discipline

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Revit

Job description

Overview

Lead Design Engineer role at px fairport.

The Opportunity

The primary purpose of the Lead Design Engineer role is to take ownership of all design outputs and deliverables on allocated project(s). This includes coordinating the scheme 3D model, managing equipment interfaces, and producing technical documentation such as drawings, 3D models, and manufacture packs. The Lead Design Engineer is also responsible for ensuring quality and consistency of outputs by supervising, advising, and checking the work of Design Engineers on allocated project(s).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of equipment, systems, and schemes to the specified brief.
• Lead the production of 3D models and technical drawings, ensuring compliance with company CAD standards and design procedures.
• Lead the production of technical documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Manage drawings, models, bill of materials, and technical documents using company systems.
• Ensure design outputs (designs, drawings, documentation, etc.) on allocated project(s) meet project specifications, relevant standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• HNC in relevant design or engineering discipline, or equivalent
• Previous experience as a Design Engineer, with experience in material handling.
• Excellent knowledge of bulk material handling, conveyor systems, and associated equipment.
• Good 3D CAD software knowledge (Autodesk Inventor or Revit preferred).
• Excellent knowledge of technical drawing and drafting standards (BS 8888).
• Excellent understanding of the design process, and its associated documentation.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes associated with heavy fabrication.

What you will receive from us

• Contribution towards eye test and glasses
• Online company discount benefits site including cinema tickets and gym membership discount
• Long Service Awards
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Benefits Package
• Onsite parking

Equality and Inclusion

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Please note this role may close early or be extended depending on the volume of applications.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Construction
• Industries: Construction

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