2 x Graduate Mechanical Design Engineers in Heanor

To design a wide range of bespoke products ensuring compliance with client specifications, legislative requirements, quality and HSE standards.

JOB ACTIVITIES

• Preparation of engineering calculations over a number of disciplines in support of detail design schemes.
• Perform concept and detail design work applying acoustic, dynamic, mechanical, and thermo-fluid principles to generate optimum customer solutions.
• Participate in research and development activities.
• Carry out and take responsibility for site survey activities.
• Produce sketch drawings of design concepts in sufficient detail to enable production of detail design definition drawings.
• Use IT packages effectively in the course of engineering activities (Excel, Word, Mathcad, CAD, PDM, PLM, etc.).
• Interpret engineering drawings.
• Generate concise and presentable sketches and reports for issue to a range of customers.
• Use noise measurement equipment to assess the performance of the company’s products.
• Interpret and implement engineering specifications and standards.
• Self-development to meet new requirements.
• Manage project timescales and achieve or improve deadlines.
• Provide progress status reports to line management on a regular basis and work to achieve or improve company and customer objectives of program, cost and quality.
• Provide an engineering resource for other departments.
• Work in accordance with the company standard business processes.
• Hazard identification and risk reduction.
• Work on own initiative in a team environment.
• Responsible to the Design Manager for all aspects of the mechanical design and integrity of the company’s range of products.
• To lead by example on the mechanical discipline and operate to the highest engineering professional code of conduct.
• To identify and implement improvement initiatives within the department and the business as a whole.
• To liaise with other departments in achieving the departmental and business goals.
• To guide, mentor and supervise other staff as required.
• Promote and represent the Company when required, setting a good personal example at all times.
• Take all possible and reasonable steps to create a harmonious working environment using effective communication and team working techniques.
• Be aware of, and adhere to Company policies and procedures, including but not limited to the Health, Safety, Welfare, Environmental & Quality policies and procedures and the Employee Handbook.
• Undertake duties as may be required within capabilities consistent with the Terms and Conditions of employment and responsibilities in accordance with UK and EC Laws.
• Be aware of, and adhere to, all applicable current Cullum IMS documentation including policies, procedures and the Employee Handbook.
• Undertake tasks and responsibilities assigned by line manager.

JOB LOCATION

Based at Heanor

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Mechanical Engineering Degree (or equivalent)

DESIRABLE EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control.
• Good pass grades at Advanced level mathematics and physics.
• IMechE corporate membership.
• IOA membership.

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Understanding of mechanical engineering principles.

Desirable

• Experience of working to structural design codes.
• Knowledge of acoustic and noise control principles.
• Design of fabrication details.
• Familiar with the requirements of the Construction Design and Management regulations.
• Practical use of design techniques of hazard identification and risk reduction.
• Familiar with the requirements of European directives such as the Machinery directive and ATEX.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY

Essential & Desirable – Please refer to Competency Matrix

TICKETS

Please refer to the Safety Critical Matrix

ATTITUDE

Essential

• Caring for our people, customers, and partners.
• Honesty. Being open and accurate.
• Accountability. Own the issue and provide solutions.
• Teamwork. Working together for a common goal.