Job Title: Design Engineer
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.
Responsibilities
1. Design - turning research ideas into detailed designs for production.
2. Re-engineering designs to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
3. Reporting - writing or presenting engineering reports on various design aspects.
4. Producing production specifications and engineering drawings.
5. Gaining knowledge of trailer legislation and applying it to designs.
6. Applying good practice standards related to trailer safety and design.
7. Mentoring junior design engineers.
8. Sharing design experience in review meetings to ensure optimal solutions for customers.
9. Applying Continuous Improvement methodologies and Lean Manufacturing principles.
Qualifications and Skills
1. Strong problem-solving skills.
2. Team-oriented, approachable, and flexible in achieving project goals.
3. Practical hands-on approach.
4. Proficiency in 2D & 3D CAD software, ideally Autodesk products.
5. Proficiency in MS Office and in-house computer systems.
6. Understanding of design stress/loading calculations and familiarity with FEA.
7. Knowledge of fatigue and induced stress.
8. Solid grasp of engineering and design principles.
9. Understanding of manufacturing processes for trailers or similar heavy engineering applications.
10. Aware of customer needs and project cost implications.
11. Willingness to work outside normal hours as needed.
12. Excellent communication skills.
13. High-quality design production.
14. Honest, punctual, and dependable.
15. Knowledge of health and safety policies.
16. Ability to recognize personal limits and seek guidance when necessary.
17. Legal right to work in the UK; must provide proof of eligibility.
Additional Information
SDC Trailers LTD is an equal opportunities employer.
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