Design engineer
Polar Systems is one of Norfolk’s largest engineering firms which handles large and small projects nationally and internationally. Producing in house a wide variety of Bespoke food processing machinery in Stainless Steel.
Job brief
With the desire to meet a growing customer need and to ensure we meet the highest possible standards for our customers We are looking for an experienced Design Engineer to join our innovative, growing company.
You’ll be a member of our brilliant engineering team, contributing to the design of new cutting-edge products. To be successful in this position, you should have hands-on experience using SOLIDWORKS, CAD software, with strong attention to detail and a creative flair.
MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE JOB
Working as a design engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out a variety of engineering duties including designing, researching, and prototyping new products. you will have hands-on experience using CAD and CAE software like Solid/works, Inventor plus other software.
A strong attention to detail and an engineering flair to develop and design new systems and machinery.
Responsibilities:
· Research and draft technical schematics, engineering plans, and graphics.
· Analyse design proposals and technical information supplied to identify any possible issues arising during product development, defining, and implementing adequate solutions to reach a feasible proposal.
· Ability to capture and specify the design requirements.
· Research concept ideas using mathematical modelling to work out whether new developments and innovations would work and be cost effective.
· Carry out simulations of products for new and prototype projects using inhouse software for the customer and provide support and feedback on design.
· Identify solutions to improve production efficiency.
· Use design software to develop models and drawings of new products.
· Maintain existing engineering records and designs.
· Assess all engineering prototypes to determine issues or risks.
· Coordinate with other engineers, management, and the creative department.
· Improve existing products and processes.
· Ensure compliance with the industry’s safety standards.
· Write detailed reports and manuals.
· Find design solutions to problems.
Skills and Attributes:
· Independently determined approach to assigned tasks.
· Strong analytical and numeracy skills
· Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
· A creative, logical approach for generating new ideas and solutions, with the ability to transition through to part development.
· A sound knowledge of computer aided design (CAD) (SOLIDWORKS)software, technical drawings and 3D modelling.
· An excellent grasp of engineering and design principles
· A knowledge of the qualities of metals, materials, and components
· Excellent communication and negotiation skills
· An understanding of manufacturing processes and construction methods
· Ability to plan and organise through several project stages.
· An appreciation of wider business demands
· Strong PC skills.
· Involved in projects involving multiple people.
· Ability to support sales to achieve goals within budget.
· Ability to work well with others in a team environment, providing input and feedback in a helpful manner.
· Able to interact well with clients.
General
· Maintain your own continuing professional development, keeping up to date with the latest software's and industry developments.
· Maintain appropriate confidentiality of information relating to the Company and the customers designs.
· Adhere to Company Health, Safety and Environmental Policies.
Schedule
Monday to Friday
0830 – 1700
Overtime when required
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Design: 4 years (preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Experience:
- SolidWorks: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
