Job Title: Senior Design Engineer Sector: Refrigeration
Contract Term: Permanent
Reporting To: Head of Design
Hours: 36 hours per week
Purpose and objectives of the role
Reporting to the Head of Technical, this role plays a crucial role in guiding and managing the design process within a team.
Main duties and responsibilities
Project Management: Overseeing design projects from conception to completion, ensuring they meet deadlines and budget constraints
Team Leadership: Leading and mentoring a team of designers, providing guidance, feedback, and support to foster professional growth
Collaboration: Coordinating with other departments, such as marketing, engineering, and product management, to ensure cohesive and effective design solutions.
Quality Assurance: Ensuring all design outputs meet the company's quality standards and align with brand guidelines.
Innovation: Encouraging creativity and innovation within the team to develop unique and effective design solutions.
Technical Skills: Utilising various design tools and software, such as CAD, SolidWorks, and Adobe Creative Suite, to create and review designs.
Client Interaction: Communicating with clients to understand their needs and incorporating their feedback into the design process.
Strategic Planning: Developing long-term design strategies that align with the company's goals and market trends
Skills & Experience
Essential Skills and Qualifications
Robust knowledge of 2D & 3D CAD design software. (Solidworks is essential)
Previous experience in design to manufacture is essential
Hands on practical skills
Ability to work without supervision and deliver projects effectively and on time
Desirable Skills
Minimum NVQ level 2 or other relevant refrigeration qualification.
Basic electrical knowledge