Design Engineer - Shrewsbury

This Design Engineer role comes with some project management responsibilities. The role is a fantastic opportunity to become an integral part of a progressive, family-owned SME based in Shrewsbury. 

The company are seeking a hardworking, enthusiastic and reliable individual with good communication abilities, capable of meeting specific deadlines and standards with efficiency, when working independently or as part of the team.

The Role:

The company are a market leader in their sector offering a competitive salary, support and career opportunities. Within this role you will be responsible for leading the design team, creating technical drawings for clients and suppliers alongside providing technical direction/supervision and support to colleagues, fabricators, sub-contractors and clients for the installation of steel canopies and outdoor structures. 

Key Tasks and responsibilities:

• Utilise CAD software to create detailed designs and engineering drawings.
• Coordinate and work with external designers.
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance to ensure specification and efficiencies are considered for both manufacturing and installation.
• Offer technical telephone support to fitters as required.
• Attend remote pre-start and other meetings via Teams

Requirements:

• Strong 3D CAD skills for developing 3D designs, assemblies, and engineering drawings to approved standard for in house and external customers plus visualisations and BOMs etc
• Certified in SolidWorks or an equivalent software.

• Some Project management experience

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and engage with customers and suppliers across all levels
• Able to prioritise tasks effectively and perform under pressure within tight deadlines.

• Quick learner, adept at acquiring new skills and adapting to new computer systems promptly.
• Experience in identifying problems and identifying solutions in technical and business areas.
• Proven experience in design engineering with strong portfolio showcasing successful projects
• Construction/steel fabrication related background
• Driving Licence
• Prepared to travel as required

Additional tasks:

• Carry out site surveys on schools and other public buildings across the UK
• New product development

Desirable Skills / Experience:

• SSSTS / SMSTS
• DBS
• CSCS qualified
• Mechanical Engineering Masters degree

In return, as Design Engineer you will receive a salary of between £45k to £50k per annum.  Hours of work are Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm (flexibility will be needed to support site activity and some travelling).