Job Description

Recruit4staff are representing an established engineering business specialising in advanced engineering and technical solutions in their search for a Design Engineer to work in St Helens (Haydock)

Job Details:

• Pay: Up to £65,000 per annum
• Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 7.30 am to 3.30 pm
• Duration: Permanent
• Benefits: 22 days holiday + Bank Holidays, Company pension, Cycle to Work scheme

Key responsibilities of the Design Engineer will include:

• Developing detailed technical drawings, models and designs using CAD software, primarily SolidWorks.
• Interpreting design concepts from specifications, sketches and project requirements.
• Preparing and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs) for production issue and manufacturing handover.
• Collaborating with project managers, engineers and stakeholders to deliver projects within agreed timescales.
• Ensuring designs comply with relevant engineering standards, codes, regulations and quality requirements.
• Reviewing, optimising and revising designs in response to technical feedback and changing project requirements.
• Maintaining accurate design documentation and drawing registers, whilst supporting technical queries and engineering problem-solving.

Essential Skills and Experience:

To succeed as a Design Engineer, you will require:

• Demonstrable proficiency in SolidWorks, including producing detailed technical drawings and 3D models.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and technical drawing standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate, high-quality design documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical meetings, design reviews and project coordination.
• Effective time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines across multiple projects.

Advantageous Skills, Experience or Qualifications:

The following would be beneficial for a Design Engineer:

• Experience using Tekla Structures, Autodesk Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Previous experience within structural steel, steel fabrication, mechanical engineering or construction.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, production requirements and engineering materials.
• Degree, HND or HNC in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

• The role involves working on a variety of engineering projects, including projects subject to security restrictions.
• The successful Design Engineer will work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to support accurate design delivery and production handover.

Commutable From: St Helens, Haydock, Liverpool, Skelmersdale, Warrington, Widnes and Manchester.

Similar Job Titles: Design Draughtsman, CAD Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Design Manager, Senior Design Engineer.

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