Junior Mechanical Design Engineer
Woods Air Movement, Lexden, Colchester
Junior Mechanical Design Engineer
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Woods Air Movement, Lexden, Colchester
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 17 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 0fd7ebcfb81245f9af6d3ff6b14e471c
Full Job Description
- Develop and design new products in line with the technical specifications.
- Prepare and report project progress at monthly reviews within the engineering team.
- Work within the team to develop business opportunities at the project concept stage.
- Identify and implement improvements in design tools and systems to drive increased productivity within the NPI process.
- Produce product/component designs, from concept through to manufacturing readiness, using solidworks 3D CAD package.
- Produce supporting detail drawings and bills of materials for integration into product configuration and ERP software tools.
- Produce technical documentation in accordance with the New Product Introduction Process Design FMEA, Product Risk Analysis, Technical Product Specifications etc.
- Support Business Unit Continuous, Productivity and Service Level Improvement activities working with the Process/Manufacturing/ Engineers.
- Ability to produce documentation and deliverable reports which are correct in both detail and scope.
- Ensure that Company quality procedures are adhered to. This job description is not regarded to be totally exhaustive of all duties and activities required by the post. The post is subject to the needs of the business and will develop and change in line with prevailing market conditions, competition and development of the territory.
- Minimum 1 years experience in a design and development environment.
- Demonstratable experience in working on delivery projects.
- Excellent Stakeholder management an advantage.
- Knowledge of software and programming advantageous., A level/HNC in an Engineering Discipline, relevant QA Qualification or equivalent
- Knowledge and awareness of engineering procedures
- knowledge of engineering tools (i.e. solidworks)
- Good problem solving skills
- Strong communication, negotiation and diplomacy skills
- Be able to produce accurate documentation
- High level analytical abilities
- Excellent persuasion and presentation skills
- Pro-active self-starter, capable of working on own initiative
- Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work at all levels of the organisation
- Awareness of manufacturing processes and Lean Manufacturing principles
- Strong judgment & prioritisation skills
- Employs a methodical and structured approach to tasks
- Innovative and enquiring character, willing to challenge thought processes
Woods Air Movement specialises in the design, test, certification and manufacture of axial fans for a wide range of industrial and life applications. Woods Air Movement has one of the largest certified axial ranges in the world. Our approach is based on offering high levels of customisation across our range of products and services to create maximum value for our customers and end users. MainPurposeofRole: Woods Air Movement have an exciting new opportunity to recruit a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer reporting to the Defence Lead Engineer. This role is part of a key pillar of the business in a dedicated and motivated team to deliver into strategic defence contracts. The Junior Mechanical Design Engineer will play a key role in supporting the business growth and development of engineering solutions, supporting the strategic plan of the business by designing and developing new products in line with the NPI process. - Competitive salary
- 25 days Holiday (+ bank holidays)
- Christmas Shutdown
- 4% Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Free Tea & Coffee
- Early finish on Fridays
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Woods Sports & Social Club (voluntary option to take part in events/activities for an additional small charge)
- Long Service Awards
- Free Car Parking
- Employee Assistance Programme & Access to Mental Health Support
- Learning and Development Opportunities
The Engineer will be accountable for ensuring the design meets the customer requirements and maturing the design changes. The candidate will need to be able demonstrate an ability to work with our multifunctional organisation to find solutions to the bid/project needs. The candidate should show the skills required to support the project deliverables and drive the quality culture towards engineering excellence. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, a team player, a confident self-starter with drive to learn. They will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills. On the job training will be provided to allow the candidate to meet his/her full potential in an exciting role and become a key pillar within the defence team. Desired Experience sought:
In return we offer the following package: