At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop innovative products for defence and aerospace environments.
- Company: Beaufort, a global leader in survival and safety technologies.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 4-day work week, generous holidays, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with excellent career growth and a supportive culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while working on cutting-edge designs.
- Qualifications: Degree in Product Design/Clothing Design and experience in garment design.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Beaufort is a global leader in survival and safety technologies, protecting personnel operating in some of the world's most demanding defence and aerospace environments.
Working in a fast moving, high pressure, procedure driven environment, the main focus of a Design Engineer will include the design and development of new products, introducing major changes to existing products and producing technical documentation to support the product through qualification and production. The Design Engineer will be expected to design products in accordance with a customer design brief, which will be subjected to rigorous testing in line with the intended end use, whilst designing a product which is fit for mass production.
Key Tasks & Principle Accountabilities
- Analysis of customer requirements
- Development of design concepts
- Detailed pattern design using GERBER
- Participation in design reviews and customer meetings
- Preparation of design documentation
- Create detailed design drawings using AutoCAD and photography
- Support manufacturing sites through New Product Introduction activities
- Support prototype development working closely with machinists
- Participate in Design for Manufacture reviews
- Technical liaison (Internal business meetings, Sales support, Tender support)
- Hold technical reviews with suppliers to optimise design for quality and cost
- Provide customer support as required throughout the development process
- Support testing events, on-site and off-site
Requirements
- Anthropometric sizing
- Auto CAD software
- Understanding of clothing manufacture
- Understanding of product validation, testing and qualification
- Technical documentation compilation (report writing SOPs, qualification documentation)
Qualifications and Core Skills
- Qualified to degree level or equivalent in a Product Design/Clothing Design discipline
- Time management and planning
- Completed suitable education/training of ISO 9001, EASA Part 21 Subpart J and UK MAA DAOS processes - Desirable
- Trained in Pattern Generation Software – GERBER - Desirable
- Trained in Auto CAD - Desirable
- Flight Equipment and functional clothing design experience - Desirable
Critical Skills
- Clothing Technology
- Technical documentation skills
- Understanding Technical Drawings - Desirable
- Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Company Procedures
- Change Control
Experience
- Garment Design experience within industry
- Garment Design experience within an Aerospace or Pilot Flight Equipment background - Desirable
- Knowledge of UK MOD DAOS and EASA Part 21G&J requirements - Desirable
At Beaufort, we are currently trialling a 4-day, 36 hour week with Fridays off!
26.5 days holidays inclusive of Bank Holidays
Additional day off to celebrate your birthday
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life Assurance up to 4X salary
Pension Scheme
Training & Professional Development Opportunities
Design Engineer in Ellesmere Port employer: Beaufort Group
Beaufort Group is an exceptional employer located in Ellesmere Port, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides numerous benefits such as a Cycle to Work Scheme and additional days off, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Join us to lead high-impact projects and be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional development.
