Mechanical Design Engineer in Heanor

Based at Heanor.

JOB PURPOSE

To design a wide range of bespoke products ensuring compliance with client specifications, legislative requirements, quality and HSE standards. To work independently or as part of a team to develop new or existing products that meet the mechanical technical requirements of form, fit and function. To provide a professional mechanical engineering service to the business and so interface with customers and suppliers to ensure activities are completed to meet or improve program, cost and quality expectations.

JOB ACTIVITIES

• Work with the wider team to help develop customer requirements and understand their potential implications to the business.
• Develop concept solutions and support discussions to compare and contrast different options.
• Seek input from manufacturing department, supply chain contacts and project team.
• Further develop selected concepts in sufficient detail to enable production of detail definition drawings.
• Action risks and opportunities as the design develops so they can be understood by the wider team.
• Prepare engineering calculations in support of detail design schemes.
• Present designs at design reviews as required.
• Participate in research and development activities.
• Carry out and take responsibility for site survey activities on an occasional basis.
• 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.
• 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.
• Assist with or carry out any other activities as required by your Line Manager.
• Knowledge transfer of role within department.
• Coaching & Mentoring where required.
• 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.
• 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.

Education / Qualifications

Essential: Mechanical Engineering Degree (or equivalent).

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

Knowledge / Experience

Essential: Experience in a responsible mechanical engineering position; 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

Act in line with Cullum key values: 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.

GENERAL NOTE

This job description and person specification is a guide to the duties the post holder will be expected to undertake. It is not intended to be exhaustive or exclusive and will be changed as working requirements dictate.