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As a design engineer, you'll develop ideas for new products and production systems. You'll also improve the performance and efficiency of existing products. Candidates will ideally be educated to degree standard and have a minimum of 3 years industrial experience. However, candidates with other qualifications and good experience in the field of engineering design will also be able to achieve design engineer status within SDC. The Role Design - turning research ideas into detailed designs for production. Re-engineering designs to make them more production friendly to gain valuable manufacturing time. Reporting - writing or presenting engineering reports on various areas of design. Producing production specifications and engineering drawings Gaining knowledge of all relevant trailer legislation and applying to designs Gaining knowledge in all good practice standards with respect to trailer safety and design Mentoring junior design engineers Sharing your design experience in design review meetings to ensure the customer gets the best solution Applying Continuous Improvement methodology to your working practices and have an appreciation of Lean Manufacturing principles. This job description is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirement of the post holder. The job description will be reviewed regularly and may be subject to change. To succeed in this role you need: Strong problem-solving skills Strong team player, approachable and demonstrating a flexible style to achieving a project plan. Practical hands on approach A sound knowledge of 2&3D CAD software, ideally the Autodesk products A sound knowledge of MS office products A sound knowledge of in-house computer systems required for your role A good understanding of design stress/loading calculations and be familiar with FEA A good understating of fatigue stress and induced stress Have a good grasp of engineering and design principles An understanding of SDCs manufacturing processes and construction methods for trailers or similar heavy engineering applications. A comprehensive awareness of the customers implied and stated needs Willingness to work outside normal hours to complete jobs An awareness of the cost impact of design ideas. Excellent communication skills Produce high quality designs consistently Be honest, punctual and dependable Be aware of all company policies regarding Health and safety Know your limits and seek advice/guidance from peers when necessary Rights to work in the United Kingdom Applicants for this role must be eligible to work legally in the United Kingdom. The successful applicant will be asked to evidence of their right to work in the UK before being formally offered the role. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, we will not be able to consider you for this role. SDC Trailers LTD is an equal opportunities employer
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
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Full-time
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Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries
Truck Transportation
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