Design Engineer

** This role will be utilising Unigraphics (UG NX) but full training can be provided to candidates with high level 3D CAD knowledge (SolidWorks, SolidEdge, Pro/Engineer, CREO, CATIA) **

As a result of continued business success and increasing worldwide demand for our Client’s machines, we are seeking a number of Design Engineers to join our Client’s dedicated design teams on the delivery of a wide range of exciting and challenging global Cab development programmes.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager at our Client’s modern engineering design and research centres, you could be working on new machine programmes or enhancements for a product range that encompasses traditional construction through to defence, waste recycling and agriculture.

Requirements:

A passion for engineering, design innovation and a desire to be ‘hands-on’ involved in projects from conception to completion.

Be educated to HND/Degree level (or equivalent) in an associated mechanical engineering discipline – Have demonstrable design office experience (preferably in a special purpose vehicles, trucks, buses, military vehicles or off-highway vehicles).

Be a competent CAD user and have a working knowledge of other associated supporting software tools (Unigraphics NX6 (UG NX6) or higher and Teamcenter PLM experience is preferred, however, full training can be provided to candidates with other high level 3D CAD knowledge.).

Have a solid understanding of one or more of the following disciplines: fabrications / vehicle assemblies, hydraulics/electro-hydraulics, steel structures (roll over protection & testing – working to safety standards), door & glass design (including sealing), operator comfort (an understanding of ergonomics – human factor), HVAC systems (ducting, air flows & noise management) and electronics design / packaging (including harness design, harness packaging and ingress protection – IP).

Product knowledge of one or more of the following would be advantageous: military vehicles, commercial vehicles (heavy goods, buses, trucks, vans), agricultural/off-highway vehicles or general automotive vehicles.

The Role:

Concept work and design studies.

Design detailing, bill of materials compilation and drawing release.

Prototype build support.

Liaison with internal and external project/design stakeholders.

Total ownership of smaller projects and Cab enhancements (dependent upon experience).

This vacancy is only available to Candidates with relevant experience as detailed in the job description. Due to volume of applications, we are unable to respond to applicants who do not possess the required skills and experience. Recent Graduates who do not have the required level of industry experience need not apply.

Candidates must be authorised to work in the country where this role is located BEFORE making an application.