Lead Design Engineer

Skilled Careers; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Lead Design Engineer in a dynamic infrastructure division. This role offers the chance to grow and mentor a design team while working on innovative construction designs and R&D projects. You will be responsible for producing detailed drawings, developing new design methods, and liaising with clients to ensure project success. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and supports your professional growth with excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, generous holidays, and a matched pension scheme. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

26 holidays + 8 bank holidays

Professional Institution subscription

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail discounts

Health care assistance

Health care insurance

Matched company pension

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a relevant design engineering role.
• Capable of producing designs and relevant calculations for stakeholder reviews.

Responsibilities

• Produce layouts and detailed drawings using AutoCAD and other CAD packages.
• Lead R&D projects and support upcoming design engineers.

Skills

Design Engineering

Project Management

Client Liaison

Problem Solving

Education

BEng in Engineering Discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

2D CAD packages

3D CAD packages

Job description

Lead Design Engineer

This exciting design engineer opportunity is a chance to grow a pre-existing design team in the infrastructure division. As the Lead Design Engineer, you'll support and mentor emerging engineers. You'll work on construction designs, R&D projects, and project contributions.

Key Responsibilities of a Design Engineer:

• Produce layouts and detailed drawings using AutoCAD and other CAD packages.
• Contribute to the design and development of products and solutions including construction specific structural design solutions (temporary works).
• Develop new design methods and processes.
• Lead R&D projects.
• Liaise with clients and third parties as part of the design process.
• Maintain confidentiality and observe data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate.
• Support upcoming design engineers within the team to assist the growth and progression of the design function.
• Occasional travel within the UK to various site locations.

Competencies: Knowledge & Experience Needed for the Design Engineer Role:

• Minimum BEng degree qualification in relevant Engineering Discipline (e.g., Civil, Mechanical, or similar).
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a relevant design engineering role or similar.
• Capable of producing designs (within temporary works/formworks/structural/mechanical works) including relevant calculations in design reports for stakeholder reviews.
• Experienced in using 2D and 3D CAD packages.
• Ability to challenge existing practices and propose new solutions to senior management.
• Ability to discuss complex technical issues with key stakeholders.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Package for the Design Engineer Role:

• £Negotiable annual salary depending on experience.
• 26 holidays + 8 bank holidays per year.
• Professional Institution subscription, chartership all supported by the business.
• Company benefits such as Cycle to Work Scheme, retail discounts, health care assistance, health care insurance, etc.
• Matched company pension.

For more information, please contact Izzy at either [e-mail] or call me on 07485393468!