Design Engineer / Design Development Engineer

Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for innovation? Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can lead the development of new products while leading from the front / contributing to cutting-edge technology development? We are seeking aDesign Engineer / Design Development Engineerto join our growing team, working on innovative projects that serve key global markets.

Salary:Competitive, circa 40k-45K, flexible depending on experience

Hybrid Working:1 day WFH / Hybrid

Company Overview:
Join a global manufacturer of complex mechanical equipment, based near Gloucester. as they expand their product lines and innovate within the industry. This dynamic site, with around 250 employees, boasts a strong order book and exciting new projects on the horizon. Specialising in the design and manufacture of bespoke mechanical equipment within the mechanical engineering space, supplying into all industries with a primary focus on highly regulated industries.

The Role:
We are seeking aDesign Engineer / Design Development Engineerwho is experienced, innovative, and capable of driving multiple product lines forward. This role requires a streetwise individual who can navigate challenges and minimize errors while asking the right questions to foresee and prevent potential issues.The ideal candidate will be involved in the design, development, and fabrication of a variety of mechanical systems, with a particular focus on water control, piping, and pumping systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Innovative Development:Lead the evolution and development of new products.
Use Solidworks within a PDM environment to create and amend designs.
Create 2D drawings, BOMs, ECRs, and maintain accurate engineering documentation.
Assist in managing projects through their design life cycle.
Use Solidworks simulation to perform FEA and produce detailed reports.

Essential Requirements:

Experience:5+ years in a design engineering role with a strong mechanical engineering or manufacturing background. A history of learning from failure is highly valued.
Solidworks experience
Customer Focus:Strong listening skills and the ability to accurately record customer needs without a sales-driven approach.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:Experience in working closely with various teams, particularly in materials and chemistry, to drive product development.
Travel Flexibility:Willingness to travel occasionally, approximately once per month / two months across Europe, to engage with customers directly.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a forward-thinking company committed to innovation.
Work in a supportive environment that encourages hybrid working, allowing you the space and time to think creatively.
Contribute to impactful projects that challenge the status quo and evolve product offerings.

If you are a motivated and technically skilled engineer ready to play a senior role in a skilled team in a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.

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