DESIGN ENGINEER GRADUATE
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
Gates Corporation is an industry leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. The company has facilities around the world serving the automotive, industrial and Oil & Gas sectors. This position is part of the Research & Engineering team, based in Cramlington.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Working full-time from our Cramlington facility the main function of the Graduate Design Engineer is to assist in researching new technologies and innovations and applying these to the development of new products to meet customer and market needs. This includes contributing to research and development efforts to optimise product performance, cost, and manufacturability. The role also involves participating in commercialisation processes and providing technical support to the engineering & services team, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain management.
Key responsibilities:
1. Assist in planning, coordinating, and handing over all applicable SOPs for either E&S or Production.
2. Support the design of new hose build-ups and fittings using Inventor.
3. Assist in managing BOM of prototypes and procurement of components to enable prototyping and ensure all parts are captured in the ERP package (e.g., SAP, DataRight).
4. Learn and apply design techniques such as DOE or statistical analysis to problem-solving and to optimise development cycle times.
5. Monitor cost and schedule progress of prototypes and pre-production runs under supervision.
6. Assist in initiating corrective actions to designs or processes for technical or production purposes.
7. Ensure all project data is recorded and updated, with proper work procedures maintained using Vault Pro package.
ABOUT YOU
Required Experience:
1. Master’s degree or equivalent in engineering is preferred.
2. Demonstrable project experience through internships, university projects, or placement years preferred.
Required Skills:
1. Strong technical and analytical skills in Maths and Science with attention to detail and accuracy.
2. Good verbal and written communication skills.
3. Familiarity with Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).
4. Familiarity with 3D Design Modelling tools, Inventor preferred.
5. Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools, ‘Marc’ preferred.
6. Basic understanding of DFSS principles, including Design of Experiments (DOE), DFMEA, PFMEA, SPC, Weibull, and other statistical tools, is advantageous.
7. Ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team across global boundaries.
8. Enthusiastic problem solver with the ability to manage tasks efficiently.
9. Good organisational and time management skills.
10. Customer and quality focused.
WHY GATES?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as “One Gates” and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers’ diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, colour, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
To apply, please send current CV and evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK with Indefinite Leave to Remain to Human Resources, Gates (U.K). Limited, Tinwald Downs Road, Heathhall, Dumfries, DG1 1TS or by email to HR.UK@gates.com
ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Master's (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 28/01/2025
Reference ID: Design Eng Graduate - Jan 15
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