Job Title: Design Engineer
Location: Luton
Overview of the Company:
The client are Europe’s largest system supplier of garage doors, doors, frames and door operators.
Our teams are made up of over 3,000 members who between them serve private, trade and industrial customers. Since 1955 our policy to deliver quality over quantity is ingrained at the heart of our company, something fully represented by our values and endorsed with ISO9001 accreditation.
Main purpose of the role:
As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and improving our product portfolio, ensuring they meet quality, safety, and performance standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product innovation, optimize manufacturing processes, and address customer requirements.
Scope of the role:
The Research & Development department focuses on the development of new and maintenance of existing product lines. The role will require ownership of product development from conception, costing, feasibility, design, testing and launch to market. There will also be the requirement to ensure all products meet the current standards and legislations.
Primary Objectives:
* Design and develop new garage door products and improve existing designs.
* Conduct product testing and performance analysis.
* Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and sales teams to ensure seamless product integration.
* Maintenance of internal design systems.
* Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
* Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications and checking of test reports.
* Participate in prototype development and testing both internally and externally.
* Identify and resolve technical challenges throughout the product lifecycle.
* Technical support to internal and external sales teams.
Primary measures of effectiveness
* Project Timelines – Percentage of projects delivered on or ahead of schedule.
* Design Defect Rates – Number of design related defects during production or post launch.
* Product Performance Metrics – Achievement of performance goals such as durability and security test results.
Secondary objectives
* Continuous Learning – Stay Updated on industry trends, emerging technologies and competitor products.
* Documentation Best Practices – Maintain detailed design records, test results and project documentation for future reference.
* Support manufacturing – Assist in troubleshooting design related manufacturing issues.
* Contingency Planning – Develop alternative design solutions to mitigate production disruptions.
* Component Standardisation – Identify opportunities to standardise components across different product lines.
Qualifications – Skills – Experience required for the role
* Proven experience in product design and development, preferably in metal fabrication or construction industry.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
* Proficient in use of CAD software, preferably Solidworks.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Knowledge of manufacturing processes, material properties, and quality standards.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
* A good understanding of metal fabrication machinery and production.
* Ability to report back to senior management.
* Able to plan and prioritise own workload.
* Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel where required.
* Proactive and energetic approach