Outfit - Detail Design Engineer

Expleo; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering and technology firm is seeking an experienced Outfit/Layout Details Design Engineer to produce detailed CAD models and ensure design compliance in naval projects. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience, particularly in shipbuilding. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and requires skills in technical drawing, with proficiency in FORAN software. Competitive benefits are offered in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Access to ExpleoAcademy for skill development

Competitive company benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in naval or commercial marine projects, preferably in shipbuilding.
• Knowledge of design processes and procedures.
• Understanding of shipbuilding/ship repair terminology.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of design deliverables.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure design coordination.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

NC/HNC or equivalent qualification in Outfitting/ Structural discipline

Relevant apprenticeship or industry experience

Tools

FORAN

Windchill

Job description

Overview

Expleo is a global engineering, technology and consulting service provider that partners with leading organisations to guide them through their business transformation, helping them achieve operational excellence and future-proof their businesses.

As an Outfit/Layout Details Design Engineer, you will carry out detailed Engineering design activities, working closely with cross-functional teams on a range of projects, making sure that work complies with industry standards and regulations.

You will deliver accurate technical drawings and specifications, and will help to identify and resolve any design issues that may arise. You'll also support the business in preparing technical reports and documents, and participate in design reviews.

What do you need from me?

You're an experienced Outfit Design Engineer, and are comfortable using design software and tools such as FORAN. You've got a keen eye for detail and accuracy, and are able to use analytical and problem solving skills in challenging situations.

You're able to work autonomously or within a larger team, and are able to flexibly adapt to changing project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Creation of CAD Models and Drawings: Producing detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings to meet required standards.
• Design Deliverables: Ensuring all design deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Liaise with colleagues and stakeholders during appropriate design phases to ensure coordination and functionality of design.
• Project Support: Contributing to and supporting the entire project and product design cycle, from concept to construction and installation.
• Technical Support: Providing technical support during the construction and installation phases.
• Perform self-verification of work.
• Reporting of technical progress and issues to line management.
• Be aware of and ensure that safety, health and environmental requirements are implemented.
• Assist with the maintenance and improvement in quality standards of outputs.
• Change embodiment.

Qualifications

• The candidate is required to hold an NC/HNC or an equivalent qualification / experience in Outfitting/ Structural discipline subject.
• Apprenticeship in relevant discipline or relevant industry experience.

Essential skills

• Familiarity with shipbuilding/ship repair terminology and practices.
• Be proficient in the use of one or more parametric/spec driven CAD system both in a 3D & 2D environment.
• FORAN.
• Windchill

Desired skills

• Preferable T26 Experience

Experience

• Experience in Design processes and procedures specifically within detail design (stage 2 modelling/stage 3 outputs) working on Naval or Commercial Marine projects (preferably naval shipbuilding projects/alternatively new build or major conversion packages) or similar.

What do I need before I apply

• BPSS clearance required

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and ourpeers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• ExpleoAcademy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

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• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
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• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

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