Due to continued business growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Design Engineer to join a leading global business in the Blackburn area The role will involve design and development of components used in a range of sectors including Nuclear, Offshore, Oil and Gas and Subsea applications. This is a full time permanent opportunity with an industry leader in their field. Candidates will be qualified to a minimum HND if not degree level in a relevant Mechanical engineering discipline with a demonstrable background in design and development of mechanical products. Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Vault is a must. Hours 4 day working week Key Responsibilities - Using 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor) to design and develop new products from concept to completion
- Updating existing products to improve quality or to take advantage of modern manufacturing methods
- Liaise with customers to discuss new enquiries
- Represent the company during customer visits or at trade shows
- Ensure designs are validated using engineering calculations and FEA
- Produce manufacturing drawings of components and assemblies
- Peer checking of work done by colleagues
- Produce supporting documentation including assembly and test procedures, operating manuals, CE and UKCA marking etc. Ensure that all documentation and data conforms to the company s ISO9001 quality system
- Work closely with the in-house CNC machining team to ensure that components are designed for manufacture
- Offer technical support to colleagues and customers
- Build and test in-house prototypes
Education and/or Experience: - Mechanical Engineering qualification to HND/Degree level or equivalent experience in a related engineering design field.
- Strong demonstrable background within a mechanical design role.
- Excellent knowledge of Design and Manufacturing Techniques.
- Experienced using Autodesk Inventor for 3D Cad Modelling
- Experience dealing with and presenting to customers is advantageous
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