Senior Design Engineer - SolidWorks & Project Lead

Ifor Williams Trailers Ltd; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ifor Williams Trailers Ltd is seeking a Design Engineer to manage projects across our Deeside portfolio and deliver design changes with the sites. You will ensure the 3D models, assemblies and drawings support manufacture and guide cross-functional teams through project lifecycles.

The role requires SolidWorks expertise, a minimum of 7 years in a related field, and willingness to travel across our sites to ensure Right First Time delivery and adherence to Ifor Williams standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering/Design degree required.
• SolidWorks 3D CAD experience with ability to create solid and sheet metal parts and drawings.
• 7+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably in trailers or related manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Work with Design Team on assigned projects.
• Ensure 3D models, assemblies and drawings are suitable for manufacture (DFM).
• Act as contact for issues from project design or design changes.
• Maintain meticulous documentation and update the MRP system with new data.
• Lead project plans and inform cross-functional teams of progress.

Skills

Problem solving

Team player

Time management

Willingness to travel

Can-do attitude

Education

Engineering/Design degree

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

Job description

Ifor Williams Trailers Ltd is seeking a Design Engineer to manage projects across our Deeside portfolio and deliver design changes with the sites. You will ensure the 3D models, assemblies and drawings support manufacture and guide cross-functional teams through project lifecycles.

The role requires SolidWorks expertise, a minimum of 7 years in a related field, and willingness to travel across our sites to ensure Right First Time delivery and adherence to Ifor Williams standards.