Product Development Design Engineer - Stone, United Kingdom - Crossways Recruitment Ltd

Crossways Recruitment Ltd

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Stone, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are looking to recruit an experienced Product Development Engineer with knowledge of SolidWorks / AutoCAD and / or other similar design software, for an technical communications company, based on the outskirts of Dartford.

The team are lively, friendly, and professional; and the company has a great office environment and ethos.

Job Description:

The Engineer will assist in the process of product development and design.

They will update and maintain existing designs and supporting materials, and contribute to the development of new product concepts, ready for manufacturing.

Being a small team, employees tend to carry out multiple assignments and obligations; the Product Development Engineer will be expected to help wherever required including, when necessary, in the warehouse, with dispatch and assembly areas.

This is very mucha proactive role.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

BSc/ BA/ BEng in Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Design / Product Design or a similar field
1 or more years' industry experience ideally working in a similar design / development role within a manufacturing environment (placement experience will be considered also)
Proficient using SolidWorks / AutoCAD or similar design software
Knowledge of different materials and manufacturing processes eg sheet metals etc.
Ability to take initiative, working well individually, and as part of a team, practically and analytically
Good communication skills both written and verbal
Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally when required

Main Responsibilities:

Assisting in the product design and development process
Working with the design team to design, refine, maintain and develop both new and existing products and concepts
Establishing and preserving relationships with manufacturers
Documenting and detailing product data for testing
Writing and presenting reports
Producing specific BOM's
Working with suppliers, customers and subcontractors
Scheduling production and delivery timescales and costs
Detailing design documents and associated information packages
Assisting the installation / assembly team on site / warehouse when necessary
Producing drawings, renderings and other documentation for clients and architects
Controlling stock through reports and delivery notes.

Overview:

This role requires a person who is organised, works well under pressure, can show initiative, and has attention to detail.

Computer literate, with considerable knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office and Design Software, as well as proven accuracy in Mathematics and the English language.

Dartford, Office Based

Monday

Friday, 8:30am 5:30pm
Start date: March, with a 3month probationary period
Great benefits including, parking, 30 days holiday and NEST Pension

If you are interested in this exciting role, then please call Claire Power to discuss your interest and find out more about the post and company - please forward your CV to Claire Power