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An exciting opportunity for a talented Design Engineer to join a dedicated Engineering and Manufacturing team in the heart of the Industrial / Manufacturing industry.
Client Details
Our client is a large organisation in the Industrial / Manufacturing sector with a global presence. They pride themselves on their commitment to innovation and excellence. They maintain a strong focus on developing and manufacturing high-quality products.
Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop flow control products (valves, actuators, manifolds etc) for Defence applications, considering factors like pressure, temperature, environmental conditions, and fluid compatibility etc
- Conduct detailed engineering analyses (calculations, test plans, qualification plans, etc) for performance, reliability, and safety in extreme conditions
- Review external analysis and validation data (FEA, CFD, physical test results, etc)
- Ensure compliance with industry, military, and government standards for technical, quality and safety requirements.
- Involvement with the end-to-end Engineering process (from bid winning/business development through to product manufacture, assembly, and test)
- Material selection of products for specific parameters
- Oversee testing for compliance in line with specified requirements
- Create prototypes for testing, including functional and environmental validation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless integration into Defence systems
- Analyse and troubleshoot valve failures, implementing corrective actions and design improvements
- Generate engineering documentation, such as drawings, calculations, plans, technical instructions
- Provide progress reports to stakeholders
- Manage time and costs and operate within budget constraints
- Stay updated with advancements in valve technology and recommend innovations for continuous improvements
- Ensure quality assurance and control processes meet or exceed specified standards
- Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with product design, production, and deployment
Profile
A successful Design Engineer should have:
- Engineering Degree in a relevant discipline (Mechanical, Aerospace, Naval/Marine etc)
- Experience working collaboratively within cross-functional teams
- 10+ years' experience in a relevant field, preferably with valve/hydraulic systems knowledge
- Mechanical design using 3D software (preferably SolidWorks)
- Drawings (GA drawings, installation/maintenance drawings, component drawings)
- Experience in fluid control systems and products is desirable (valves, manifolds, actuators, hydraulics etc)
- Experience in creating calculations and design/product validation
- Shop floor (assembly and test)/field services support
- Customer interaction (specification interpretation, design reviews, etc)
- Experience with engineering/quality tools such as APQP, FMEAs, 8Ds, 5Ys, etc
- Membership with an Engineering Institution is preferable (IMechE, IET, IMarEST, etc)
Job Offer
- A competitive salary DOE
- A comprehensive benefits package.
- An inclusive and supportive company culture.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within the company.
- A modern, well-equipped work environment in Birmingham.
If you're a Design Engineer looking for a new challenge in the Industrial / Manufacturing industry, don't hesitate to apply today!
