Senior Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative construction company in Croydon seeks a Senior Design Engineer to translate designs into mechanical drawings. The role offers opportunities for travel and a negotiable salary up to £50,000. Join a dynamic team in a growing environment.

Benefits

Salary up to £50,000

Rolling 2-year contract

On-site parking

Great place to grow, learn and contribute

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years industrial design experience.
• Ability to provide manufacturing drawings and liaise with onsite workshops.

Responsibilities

• Translate designer’s drawings into mechanical drawings.
• Work with iconic brands and travel for site visits.

Skills

Industrial Design

Structural Engineering

Mechanical Disciplines

Welding

Teamwork

Self-Motivation

Education

HNC/HND

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

Job Description

Senior Design Engineer

Senior Design Engineer required for large London based (Croydon, CR0) scenery construction company.

With over 39 years in the business, our client is one of the UK’s leading creative construction companies designing and building props, staging and sets for television, film, museums, theatres, conferences, exhibitions and the music industry worldwide.

They require a Senior Design Engineer / Electromechanical Engineer to join their team in the engineering department as soon as possible. They are looking for someone with structural engineering experience who can translate a designer’s drawing into mechanical drawings for their workshop staff to construct and build.

Please note this is not an HVAC, not a mechanical service, and not a building service role.

They work with iconic brands around the world, so there is the opportunity for both UK and international travel.

Skills Required:

• Minimum of 5 years industrial design experience.
• Educated to a minimum HNC/HND or equivalent standard.
• Strong in structural and mechanical disciplines (mechanical as in motor and mechanisms - not HVAC, not mechanical services or building services).
• Knowledge of Welding, Fabricated Structures and Material Sections.
• Ability to provide manufacturing drawings and to liaise with the onsite workshops is essential.
• Software experience with AutoCAD and Inventor would be advantageous.
• Ability to work accurately under tight deadlines.
• Good team player, to work well and integrate within a team environment.
• Self-motivated and able to work to your own initiative.
• A flexible approach to working hours will be required on occasion.
• There will be a need to travel to site on occasion and a valid passport will be essential.
• Experience within the scenery construction industry would be an advantage but not essential.

Benefits:

• Salary up to £50,000, negotiable based on experience
• Rolling 2-year contract
• On-site parking
• Great place to grow, learn and contribute

How to Apply for the Role

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

Our client is a committed equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications.

You must be eligible to work in the UK.