Design Engineer

Design Engineer
CRP Group is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Design Engineer to join a leading automotive company based in West Yorkshire. This role involves designing new vehicle parts, managing Bill of Materials (BOM), and project costings, all while ensuring high-quality standards and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience in automotive engineering, a keen eye for innovative designs, and strong organisational skills to manage complex projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Vehicle Part Design:
   • Design and develop innovative automotive components and systems for new vehicles.
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, production, and manufacturing, to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and manufacturable.
   • Use CAD software (e.g., CATIA, AutoCAD, SolidWorks) to create detailed 3D models and technical drawings for automotive parts.
2. Bill of Materials (BOM) Management:
   • Develop and maintain accurate BOMs for new vehicle parts, ensuring all components, materials, and specifications are correctly listed and up-to-date.
   • Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to confirm materials and parts availability.
   • Ensure that all BOMs align with project requirements and are consistent with design and manufacturing processes.
3. Project Costings:
   • Prepare and manage cost estimates for vehicle parts design and production.
   • Monitor project budgets, providing regular cost updates and working to mitigate any potential cost overruns.
   • Collaborate with finance and procurement teams to identify cost-saving opportunities during the design and production phases.
4. Collaboration & Problem-Solving:
   • Work closely with the engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams to resolve any technical or production-related challenges.
   • Provide technical support during the prototyping and testing phases of new parts to ensure they meet performance, safety, and quality standards.
5. Compliance & Standards:
   • Ensure all designs adhere to industry regulations, standards, and customer specifications.
   • Conduct design reviews to assess the feasibility and risks of new vehicle parts and designs.
   • Keep up-to-date with the latest automotive technology, materials, and industry trends.
   • Proactively suggest and implement improvements to designs and processes for enhanced performance, cost efficiency, and manufacturability.

For further information please don't hesitate to get in touch.