Design Engineer jobs in United Kingdom

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing engineering company specialising in filtration solutions. Focused on innovation and sustainability, they deliver high-quality products globally, with a commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. The company fosters a collaborative environment, offering opportunities for growth and career development.

Job Description

• Execute engineering tasks in alignment with order date requirements.
• Maintain hours against estimates and manage project timelines.
• Create and modify drawings using the Computer-Aided Design (CAD) system.
• Perform pressure vessel strength calculations as necessary.
• Check engineering drawings and calculations.
• Create parts and input Bills of Materials (BOM) into SAP in line with company standards.
• Ensure compliance with external and company-based engineering standards, as well as any customer-specific requirements.
• Support product continuity and resolve engineering issues as needed.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and product documentation.
• Conduct site visits to take measurements of filters for replacement.
• Support the commercial team by producing sales sketches as required.
• Collaborate with customers and fabricators to resolve any issues and ensure smooth project progress.
• Assist the Engineering Manager by allocating tasks to other engineers, and monitoring their progress to meet deadlines.

The Successful Applicant

• Required:
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in pressure vessel design.
• At least 10 years of experience in 2D and 3D CAD software (AutoCAD and Inventor).
• Experience with pressure vessel codes (ASME VIII Div1 & 2, PD5500, ASME B31.3, PED, and PE(S)R).
• Experience with structural engineering calculations, particularly pressure vessels.
• Proficiency in MS Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Desirable:
• Experience with pressure vessel design calculation software (PV Elite/Code Calc).
• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS Mechanical).
• Experience with Autodesk Vault for drawing configuration management.
• Familiarity with SAP and its applications in engineering.
• Previous team management experience.

What's on Offer

• Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (negotiable based on experience).
• Benefits:
• Pension (4% employee contribution, 8% employer contribution).
• Income protection and private medical insurance (single cover).
• Annual performance-related bonus (up to 10% of salary).
• 25 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days of holiday.
• Additional company benefits such as life insurance and death in service cover.
• Flexible working arrangements possible after initial establishment in the role.
• Early finish on Fridays (3 pm).