Design Engineer

The Design Engineer is appointed to work within R&D team and provide technical support to the R&D department. Day-to-day activities include:

· Preparing technical drawings, creating BOMs, creating 3D models within SolidWorks and aiding in the completion of ongoing project work within

· R&D department. This role requires a self-starter who is highly motivated, innovative, and able to create high quality work using SolidWorks. The

· Design engineer will be key in supporting R&D team through providing in depth analysis of CAD models, requiring an eye for detail and solid understanding of engineering fundamentals.

Working Relationships

· Head of Product Development

· Design Engineers

· Sub-Contractors

· Test House Facilities

· Manufacturing Team

· Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities:

· Creation of new products

· Early-stage Ideation and concept development

· Assist in developing product design plans.

· Development and maintenance of Intellectual property

· BOM preparation

· Completion of project work within timely manner

· Creation of 3D CAD models and supporting documents.

Key Skills

· Excellent Communication skills.

· Ability to create 3D CAD models/Assemblies in SolidWorks to Advanced level

· Solid understanding of Engineering principles and FEA

· Organised and driven.

· Self-Motivated

· Ability to provide technical support to colleagues in R&D department.

· Development of innovative design concepts

· Ability to understand and approve technical drawings.

· The ability to work under pressure.

Experience (Essential/Desirable)

· 5 years minimum in Engineering discipline is advantageous

· Experienced user of SolidWorks

· Strong IT Knowledge, experienced with MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint Etc.

· Ability to work as part of Engineering team.

· Ability to contribute to problem solving activities and quality improvement.

Qualifications (Essential/Desirable)

· HNC, Degree or Equivalent in Engineering

· Knowledge of Opera preferred but not required.

· Previous experience in medical industry also preferred but not required.

Salary is c£40,000 per annum