A global specialist in the design and manufacture of high-temperature metal seals for aerospace, automotive and power generation sectors are seeking a Design Engineer to join their Engineering team to drive the next phase of development and growth.
As a Design Engineer your duties will include:
· Respond to customer enquiries, review applications, develop technical specifications
· Specify catalogue parts, optimise seal configurations and design bespoke seals and gaskets
· Create 2D CAD drawings and 3D CAD models, maintain design files and drawing registers
· Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure design suitability
· Utilise computer-based tools (e.g. Finite Element Analysis) to develop part designs
· Perform physical testing (e.g. load deflection, leak testing) to validate part performance
· Develop customer relationships, support Sales, develop product range and performance
· Perform technical investigations and provide support to internal and external Customers
To be successful in the role of Design Engineer you will have demonstratable skills and experience in the following:
· Strong interpersonal skills, comfortable with internal stakeholder and Customer liaison
· Performing engineering calculations, application review and product specification
· Creation of engineering drawings, AutoDesk – Autocad and Inventor, maintaining technical files
· Hold a relevant degree or equivalent level
To be considered for the role you should ideally have experience in:
· Precision metal forming/fabrication
· New product introduction, process feasibility
· Quality assurance & auditing
· Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS preferred, non-linear desirable)
The position benefits from a private pension scheme, non-contractual Business Performance Related Bonus, 24 days’ annual leave (rising with service) plus Bank Holidays, a working week over 5 days with an early Friday finish, offering excellent work/life balance.
To apply go to: http://www.nicholsons.co.uk/vacancies/designengineer/ and complete the application form.
Location:
- Stanley DH9 7YE (required)
Work Location: In person
