Design Engineer
Are you a creative and experienced Design Engineer with a passion for high-precision engineering? Do you want to work on cutting-edge diesel fuel injection systems that power the future of mobility?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Design Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation specialising in diesel high-pressure fuel pump technology. Based in Gillingham site, you'll support the full product lifecycle-from design and development to manufacturing and aftermarket services.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design high-precision components, with a focus on diesel high-pressure fuel injection pumps.
* Create innovative design solutions aligned with evolving business needs.
* Analyse simulation and test data to inform improvements and concept proposals.
* Collaborate across internal departments to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability, and assembly efficiency.
* Produce 3D models using Solidworks and detailed engineering drawings using the latest GD&T practices.
* Participate in design and development reviews in accordance with PDP milestones.
* Apply DFMEA methodology to assess design robustness and mitigate risk.
* Maintain a cost-conscious mindset regarding supplier and manufacturing implications.
* Understand and apply special characteristic requirements in technical drawings.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in engineering or a related discipline.
* 5-10 years of industry experience (preferred).
Skills:
* Proficient in Solidworks CAD software.
* Strong knowledge of DFMEA methodology.
* Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
* Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
* Familiarity with PDM process and design analysis tools (e.g., Pugh, VA/VE).
Benefits
* 25 days holiday Holidays (Pro rata to start date), Plus bank
* Subsidised staff restaurant
* Pension
* Dental Plan.
* Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
* On Site Parking
* On site gym
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
* Hybrid working policy (provision to work up to 2 days from home, following a successful probation period)
* Relocation package available
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