We are seeking a talented and innovative Design Engineer to join our dynamic team at Durham Lifting, a leading lifting equipment company. As a Project Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the development and enhancement of our cutting-edge lifting equipment products, adhering to relevant European Standards. Your skills will contribute to the creation of safe, efficient, and reliable lifting solutions that meet our customers' diverse needs and surpass industry standards.
Responsibilities
* Develop concept designs into final fabricable products and equipment for both internal and external uses.
* Produce design packages in the form of manual calculations, computer aided structural analysis and FEA to applicable international design codes.
* Prepare detailed drawings, plans, and specifications for structural steel components using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
* Review engineering drawings to ensure they meet project specifications and industry standards.
* Generate accurate 2D and 3D models of steel structures, including columns, beams, braces, trusses, and other components.
* Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations throughout the design process.
* Identify and resolve any potential design or fabrication issues before production.
* Liaise with the fabrication department in resolving any potential issues and/or revisions to as built details.
* Support the generation of preliminary designs for costing purposes.
* Assist with material take-offs and quantity estimates for project bids and proposals.
Project Commercial Responsibility
* To assist in project costings from a technical perspective in collaboration with the sales department
* To support overall estimate of project costs and deliverables
Collaboration and Communication
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, and sales, to ensure seamless integration of design processes into the overall project plan.
* Communicate effectively with team members, presenting design concepts and technical information in a clear and concise manner.
* Participate in project review meetings, incorporating feedback to refine and optimise product designs.
* Liaise with subcontractors throughout the duration of contract in providing clarity of design and fabrication requirements.
Documentation and Technical Support
* Support the preparation of comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, instructions for use and assembly instructions, whilst incorporating relevant standards requirements.
* Provide technical support to internal teams and external stakeholders, addressing project-related queries and concerns.
Research and Development
* Work to improve the company’s technical capacity by supporting the process to automate design generation.
* Proactively seek innovative solutions and design improvements to enhance product performance, efficiency, constructability and cost-effectiveness, whilst maintaining adherence to applicable standards.
Qualifications and Skills
* Proven experience as a design engineer with a heavy bias towards steel structural design, preferably within the lifting equipment or heavy machinery industry.
* Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD) and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) tools. The candidate must be able to carry out 3D modelling. Training can be provided for the use of Inventor.
* Strong understanding of steel construction principles, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
* The candidate should embody a can-do approach and proactively take ownership of seeing tasks through to completion.
* Project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks effectively, and meet deadlines.
* Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex engineering problems.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Detail-oriented and quality-focused approach to work.
* Bachelor’s Degree in Structural/Civil Engineering is preferred.
Joining Durham Lifting as a Project Design Engineer provides an exciting opportunity to lead and contribute to the development of innovative lifting solutions while ensuring compliance with relevant British Standards. If you are passionate about engineering excellence and eager to drive progress in the lifting equipment industry, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.
Position details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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