Design Engineer

The Background and Role

• My client is a specialist defence related industry is looking for a flexible and adaptable Lead Design Engineer to join their team.  The candidate must be a UK national and will need to pass security vetting upon employment

The Person:

• The successful candidate will be qualified to SVQ/NVQ Level 5 or ONC/HNC (Minimum Level 4) or City & Guilds T4 or T6 in Mechanical Engineering, with a supporting EITB Approved Apprenticeship.  They will have a good understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles and the ability to apply them in an analytical and methodical approach.  A strong background in Design/Project Administration/Engineering is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Compile, monitor and update project plans and status reports.
• Compile, monitor and update project engineering and procurement project files. 
• Provide technical and administrative support for specific projects.
• Provide technical and administrative support for drawing and parts list release and modification.
• Provide technical support during the procurement, build and test phases of specific projects.
• Generate project procurement lists, raise project RFQ’s and purchase orders.
• Monitor and actively progress the project procurement process.
• Be responsible for receiving project deliveries, goods inwards approval and assignment to the relevant project.
• Undertake associated project duties as requested by Senior Management.

Experience:

• Preferably 5+ years in a Mechanical Design/Manufacturing Environment.