Design Engineer
- by Absolute Sales
- Location Newton Abbot, UK
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Salary
£33,000 - £35,000 / year
2 days ago
Job Description:
Design Engineer – Marine
The Opportunity:
Our client is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their team in a fantastic role focused on the design of bespoke marine components. You will play a crucial part in turning specifications into detailed designs ready for manufacture. This position is ideal for an engineer with a passion for delivering tailored engineering solutions and a strong understanding of manufacturing processes. The salary for this role is circa £35,000.
The Role:
- Design and develop marine shaft line components and propellers.
- Create detailed designs primarily in 2D, with some 3D CAD work, under the guidance of the Engineering Manager.
- Establish requirements by collaborating closely with customers.
- Work in conjunction with the Engineering, Sales, and Manufacturing teams.
Skills Required:
- Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software (AutoCAD is essential; SolidWorks is desirable).
- Experience in providing technical solutions to design challenges.
- Confidence in managing projects of varying sizes, timeframes, and complexities.
- Previous experience designing components and assemblies, preferably within the marine industry.
- Familiarity with design for manufacture and knowledge of production environments is beneficial.
- Understanding of design codes and/or classification rules and regulations.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results under tight deadlines.
- Strong mathematical and numerical skills.
- An engineering qualification or equivalent experience.
The Person:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- An enthusiastic and collaborative team player.
- Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.
- Capable of effectively conveying design information to others.
- A flexible approach to work.
- A passion for design and innovation.
- 3+ years of experience as a design engineer, preferably (but not essentially) in the marine industry.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to establish a long-term career within an expanding and well-established multinational company.
- Competitive salary.
- Excellent workplace environment.
- Company pension.
- Life insurance.
- Sponsored staff canteen.
- On-site parking.
Work Schedule:
- Office-based position with working hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Thursday, and 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM on Fridays.
- Lunch break from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM.
- This position is not suitable for home or hybrid working.
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Job Type
Permanent, Full Time
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Additional Salary Info
plus bonus, pension, life insurance and other benefits
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Work Authorisation
No
- Industry Sector Engineering, Utilities
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Years Experience
2+ years
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Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
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Educational level
HND/HNC or equivalent