Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications.
Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years, and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.
We are a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Product Designer. This position reports to Head of design and Engineering and will work in Selsey Office.
Purpose of Role
To provide product support to the business for existing and new designs.
To aid sales where applicable to improve the quality and reliability of existing and new designs.
To help implement best practice and drive the business capabilities forward.
Main Responsibilities
- Input to new products and design improvements as required within a DPDP or DPIP process.
- Ensure approved Book of Requirements requests are translated into clear manufacturing instructions in a timely manner.
- Work within the design team to comply with DPDP & DPIP procedures.
- Take responsibility for assigned key products within the business.
- Provide technical support to sales and customers.
- Develop and maintain product design standards.
- Work to value engineering in design for manufacture and assembly.
- Liaise with production, quality and other departments as required to improve product quality.
- Create bills of materials / cutting lists, production routings as required.
- Oversee pre-production / first off assembly of new designs, improved designs and custom products.
- Ensure the quality of the information translates into quality products to the customer.
- Apply the principle of continuous improvement of all processes and activities.
- Create or improve working methods to improve quality and reduce repetitive workload.
- Always apply and implement lean manufacturing principles.
- Ensure that obsolete products and parts are correctly dealt with.
- Any other tasks required as directed.
- Ensure all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures are always followed. The role holder is encouraged to take responsibility for their own health and safety and that of others
What do we offer?
You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.
- Life insurance
- Half day Fridays
- 25 days of paid annual leave
- £5 a month to send in our onsite vending machines
- Death in service cover
- Enhanced pension of 5%
- Free on-site parking
- Employee discounts on our incredible products
- Company events
- Opportunities to make an impact
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A suitable background would be a solid experience within Product design – as well as the following qualifications and experiences:
- HNC/HND engineering qualification, relevant degree or minimum of 5 years of experience in an engineering design/development role
- Computer literate with proven and competent use of 3D CAD, preferably SolidWorks, in the creation of designs, drawings and assemblies as required by the duties listed above
To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:
- Sound engineering understanding and experience in the design of injection moulded components, aluminium extruded sections, small turned components and sheet formed parts.
- Familiarity with standard manufacturing details required for the various production processes and knowledge of suitable materials
- Experience in PDM / DDM systems and workflow processes an advantage
And of course – our Core Values
To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.
Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application.
Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!
Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Are you able to commute to Selsey 5 days per week?
- Do you require sponsorship now or in the future?
Experience:
- SolidWorks: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
