Design Engineer

Jacopa Limited; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental service provider in the UK is looking for an Engineering professional to perform design, technical support, and analysis for multiple projects. Ideal candidates will have HNC Level or above in Mechanical or Civil Engineering along with strong skills in CAD software including AutoCAD and 3D Inventor. The role offers a full-time commitment to advancing engineering solutions in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• HNC Level or higher in Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
• Previous related experience in equipment/product design is preferred.
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Review job data to establish engineering objectives.
• Generate design and submittal drawings.
• Provide support for project work and technical documentation.
• Implement improvements to existing equipment.
• Produce CAD drawings for various designs.

Skills

Engineering analysis

CAD drawings

Mathematical skills

Project planning

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

HNC Level or above in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

3D Inventor modeling software

AutoCAD

Mathcad

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Performs engineering work to support sales orders, product improvement projects, technical support and/or engineering analysis. Completes assigned under general direction of the Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

• Review all applicable job data, including POs, project plans and specifications to determine characteristics of order and establish engineering objectives.
• Generate design, general arrangement and other submittal drawings within estimated hours and timescales.
• Provide design calculations and documentation support for project work.
• Prepare and update layouts, detailed drawings, calculations, specifications, and documentation instructions necessary for project success.
• Work closely with all functions of the business to ensure that the most economic, safe and suitable design is achieved.
• Implement improvements to the current range of standard equipment and services and develop ideas for the future.
• Produce CAD drawings for equipment, civil work layouts and mechanical design details to specific requirements.
• Review detail drawings and bills of materials during and prior to issuance for manufacture.
• Apply and supervise the application of safety standards to those products and services.
• Maintain, update and progress the standard drawings and data for a particular product for which you are the nominated Product Engineer.
• Provide technical support to Marketing by generating sales assistance, drawings, or calculations.
• Perform basic engineering analysis.
• Advise Project Management and Project Engineers of project status while adhering to all company and corporate policies.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Local Duties and Responsibilities

• Creating site layouts & equipment general assemblies (3D Inventor).
• Reviewing and adhering to project specifications & applicable standards.
• Project planning to adhere to submission requirements.
• Attending project meetings both internally & with clients.
• Input to & maintain design risk register.
• Assess civilwork requirements to suit equipment.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations (including utilizing Mathcad).
• Detailed design for outsourced manufacturing, installation, maintenance & decommissioning of equipment.
• Creating detailed Parts lists/BOM with applicable software.
• Liaising with suppliers – obtaining quotations for equipment/services.
• Provide input to & checking of Technical Manuals to ensure bespoke nature of equipment is captured.
• Knowledge & application of Hazop, design risk matrix, risk assessments, CDM risk matrix/assessment.
• Knowledge & application of Machinery Directive, CE marking, Atex requirements & respective collating & filing of all data.
• Support site services with any build modifications & respective drawing update.
• Detailed checking of all drawings, documentation & calculation.
• Able to work with own initiative and take responsibility/ownership of workload.

Education, Training and Experience (Preferred)

HNC Level or above in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, plus previous related working experience of equipment/product design or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Communication Skills

Ability to read, analyse, and interpret industry related documents. Ability to understand English, at advanced level via written and verbal communication.

Independent Judgement, Decision Making & Problem Solving

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to make decisions requiring the use of a variety of variables in standard situations.

Other Skills

• Computer Skills: Competency in Word, Excel, and other MS Office programs; AutoCAD and 3D Inventor modelling software application.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply advanced mathematical equations to a variety of standard situations.
• Travel: Some travel may be required.
• Other: Ability to read and understand specification, fabrication, erection, and standard engineering drawings; Knowledge of machining, fabrication, and assembly techniques; Knowledge of drafting standard for both structural and mechanical design.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Engineering, and Other

Industries

Environmental Services, Air, Water, and Waste Program Management, and Design Services