Design Engineer

Fen Ditton
1 week ago
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Design Engineer

The Company              

Are you a driven Design Engineer looking to make a real impact? We're seeking an experienced professional to join a dynamic team, developing innovative thermochemical hydrothermal processing technology. This role offers technical autonomy with the opportunity to grow into a specialist or leadership position as the company expands.

The Job

You'll play a key role in designing, optimising, and configuring cutting-edge technology, from inception through to commissioning and certification of a Pilot and First-Of-A-Kind (FOAK) green methanol plant.

Key Responsibilities:

3D Modelling & Design: Develop detailed 3D models and assemblies of equipment and systems using SolidWorks.

Technical Drawings: Produce accurate fabrication and assembly drawings, ensuring dimensions, tolerances, and materials meet specifications.

Design Development: Contribute creative and practical solutions during the conceptual design process.

Prototyping & Testing: Support prototype development and assist production teams during manufacturing.

BOM Management: Create and maintain comprehensive bills of materials (BOM) and design documentation.

Collaboration: Work closely with process engineers, project managers, and fabrication teams to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability.

Compliance & Quality: Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and company quality processes.

Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement improvements for cost reduction, efficiency, and enhanced designs.

About You:

Proven experience working independently and delivering high-quality designs on time and within budget.

High levels of industry experience in a design engineering role.

Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent industry experience.

Proficient in SolidWorks with expertise in 3D modelling, assemblies, and drafting.

Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Experience with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) is advantageous.

Familiarity with ASME standards, pressure vessel design, and thermal processing technologies is desirable.

The Package:

£50,000 a year + Benefits

26 days annual leave +Bank Holidays

Flexible Working Hours

Generous Stock Options

Annual Personal Development Budget        

To Apply, please enclose a Full CV and we will be in contact with you within 48 working hours

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