Senior Design Engineer
Job Description
Are you an experienced Design Engineer looking to take your career to the next level? Do you thrive on innovation, problem-solving, and leading cutting-edge product development?
Senior Design Engineer
Location: Whitstable, Kent
Salary: Up to £60,000 (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
This is your opportunity to join a leading HVAC manufacturer as a Senior Design Engineer, based at their modern manufacturing site in Whitstable, Kent.
Why This Role?
In this exciting position, you’ll lead New Product Development (NPD) projects and play a critical role in enhancing existing product lines. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor a talented group of engineers to deliver high-quality, compliant, and innovative solutions. With a salary of up to £60,000 and the chance to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for someone ready to step into a leadership position.
Your Role
As the Senior Design Engineer, you will:
- Lead Design Excellence: Develop innovative new products and optimise existing designs for cost-efficiency, performance, and manufacturability.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with production, compliance, and quality teams to ensure seamless product delivery.
- Mentor and Inspire: Provide leadership to a team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
- Drive Compliance: Ensure all product designs meet regulatory requirements and are documented to the highest standards.
- Innovate and Improve: Leverage the latest materials, technologies, and industry trends to continuously enhance product offerings.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed 3D CAD models and technical drawings compliant with BS 8888 and ISO GPS standards.
- Conduct Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA) and optimise designs for manufacturability.
- Oversee prototype creation and testing, making improvements based on performance results.
- Lead design reviews, ensuring technical guidance and quality across all projects.
- Manage engineering change processes, ensuring efficient implementation of updates.
About You
To excel in this role, you’ll need:
- 5+ years of experience in product design, ideally for medium to high-volume manufacturing in a regulated industry.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Inventor, AutoCAD) and an in-depth understanding of BS 8888 and ISO GPS standards.
- Expertise in DFMEA, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- Proven leadership and mentoring skills, with a track record of delivering projects on time and to specification.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, collaborative approach.
Desirable: Familiarity with fire safety regulations and industry certifications.
Why Join?
- Competitive Salary: Up to £60,000 based on experience.
- Career Growth: Develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Innovative Projects: Work on cutting-edge designs that shape the future of the HVAC industry.
- Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and teamwork.
How to Apply
Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career as a Senior Design Engineer. Apply now and become a vital part of this forward-thinking team in Whitstable.
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