Product Design Engineer

DK Recruitment are working with a world-renowned, precision Engineering business based in Plymouth who are expanding their Engineering team. The business has a strong culture of innovation, professional growth and are offering an exciting career journey. Graduate Engineers will also be considered.

Main Duties:

Working withinthe Product Design team your primary function of the Product Design Engineer will be the realisation of new products from the concept designs prepared by the application Engineers to the detailed definitions to allow successful manufacture and assembly. The role includes mathematical and CAD modelling using existing procedures and the development of bespoke solutions to suit specific designs, considering the impact of production steps, gauging and processes on the ultimate outcome.

Product Design Engineer will be project managing and creating new designs, communicating with the key stakeholders, and supporting departmental knowledge and skill dissemination. You will also be supporting the validation and verification of designs and associated documentation.

This role allows for personal development, building experience and the potential to progress either within this function or others such as Manufacturing Engineering, Quality and R&D.

Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree, equivalent or higher, in a STEM subject such as Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, Physics with a strong academic core.
• Proficient in the use of 3D CAD software, Solidworks is preferred but not essential
• Knowledge of Mechanical Design of Rotating Equipment and Production Technologies (Turning,
• Milling, Grinding, Precision Metrology, etc.) methods and application would be beneficial.
• Project Management, Business processes and methods.
• Analytical tools, statistical methods and problem-solving techniques (e.g. 6 Sigma, 8D).
• An ability to adapt quickly, applying fundamental knowledge to new challenges
• Excellent communication skills, written, verbal and presentation

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days of paid holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Professional Development Investment.
• Subsidised Canteen.
• Engagement and Rewards platform, with access to discounts at over 100 retailers.
• Free Parking.
• Reward & Recognition awards
• Simply Health - Voluntary Membership
• Assess to Occupational Health Facilities
• Life Assurance