A global specialist in the design and manufacture of high‑temperature metal seals for aerospace, automotive, and power generation sectors is seeking a Design Engineer to join their Engineering team and drive the next phase of development and growth.
Responsibilities
* Respond to customer enquiries, review applications, and develop technical specifications.
* Specify catalogue parts, optimise seal configurations, and design bespoke seals and gaskets.
* Create 2D CAD drawings and 3D CAD models, and maintain design files and drawing registers.
* Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure design suitability.
* Utilise computer‑based tools (e.g., Finite Element Analysis) to develop part designs.
* Perform physical testing (e.g., load deflection, leak testing) to validate part performance.
* Develop customer relationships, support Sales, and develop product range and performance.
* Perform technical investigations and provide support to internal and external customers.
Qualifications and Experience
* Strong interpersonal skills, comfortable with internal stakeholder and customer liaison.
* Performing engineering calculations, application review, and product specification.
* Creation of engineering drawings using AutoDesk Autocad and Inventor, maintaining technical files.
* Hold a relevant degree or equivalent level of experience.
* Experience in precision metal forming/fabrication.
* Experience in new product introduction and process feasibility.
* Experience in quality assurance and auditing.
* Experience with Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS preferred, non‑linear desirable).
Benefits
The position includes a private pension scheme, a non‑contractual Business Performance Related Bonus, 24 days’ annual leave (rising with service) plus bank holidays, and a working week that allows an early Friday finish, offering an excellent work/life balance.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
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