Graduate Design Engineer

Graduate Design Engineer Position Overview

In response to recent growth, my client based in Haywards Heath have a requirement to expand the Engineering Department capacity and output with a Graduate Design Engineer.

The applicant will be involved with all activities within the engineering department and will report to the Senior engineer. Activities will range from machinery design for customer orders, as well as being involved with small R&D projects, product development and cost savings.

From time to time the applicant may need to be involved with final testing of equipment and in some cases in the presence of customers.

The successful candidate will be expected to take complete ownership of design, development and issuing of machines for manufacture. The applicant will also be required to produce build manuals, user manuals, statutory documentation and testing documentation.

The Engineering Department currently consists of the four dedicated Mechanical Design Engineers, and three Control & Automation Engineers. The applicant must be a good team player with a sound understanding of engineering, technical drawings, standards and techniques and must show dedication and be willing to work hard.

Graduate Design Engineer Position Requirements

We require a proactive, positive and sociable member of the team, with an eye for innovation and creativity, but also the structure and discipline required to meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail and a drive to 'do things right' and quickly are essential.

In addition to the above, this role would suit someone with the following skills and attributes:

• A strong degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Solidworks competency
• Solidworks/ EPDM Vault experience would be an advantage
• General computer literacy
• A very good understanding of pneumatic control is ideal
• Experience of ATEX and CE marking requirements ideal

Graduate Design Engineer Position Remuneration

• £28,000- £30,000
• 35 hours per week (flexibility will be expected in order to meet deadlines)
• Salary negotiable depending on experience
• 8% company pension contribution
• Annual performance related bonus
• Annual pay review
• Generous holiday entitlement

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