Jig Design Engineer

Drive DeVilbiss has become a leading manufacturer and supplier of medical products with a strong and consistent track record of growth achieved both organically and through acquisitions. We are proud of our high-quality, diverse product portfolio, channel footprint and global operating scale. Our products are sold into the homecare, long-term care, retail, and e-commerce channels in more than 80 countries around the world.

Summary (Major Purpose of the Role):

• To produce jig designs for a wide range of precision welding jigs and assembly equipment.
• Identifying breakages/wear/potential issues with current jigs, re-designing where necessary to ensure longevity of the jig.
• Suggesting jig improvements as part of the department's continuous improvement activities.
• Assisting in the development and build of new welding jigs.
• Supporting production jig breakdowns/issues.
• Supporting the design team in developing and producing new products.
• Supporting the production of welded products.
• Keeping up to date with the company's H&S E-learning modules.
• Ensuring correct PPE is used at all times.
• Ensuring good housekeeping practices are employed within the department.
• Willing to learn new skills which support the requirement for a multi-skilled workforce within the department.
• Any other duties as and when required by management that are reasonably within the capabilities of the person and are aimed at achieving the company's objectives and goals.

Main Activities/Responsibilities:

• All jigs to be designed using department best practice and using standard engineering parts wherever possible.
• DFM Design for Manufacture techniques to be employed.
• Keeping up to date with latest developments in jig component design.
• Reporting any areas of unsafe practice or safety concerns.
• Taking care of workshop equipment and reporting any defects immediately.
• Comfortable working in a small team, assisting colleagues where and when required.
• Providing production support ensuring minimal downtime of equipment.
• Willing to learn and support any new practices and procedures introduced into the department.

Competencies:

• SolidWorks 3D, Jig, Tool & Fixture Design, Microsoft Software, Syspro ERP or similar.

Reporting Relationships and Supervision:

Reporting directly to Engineering & Maintenance Manager.

Education and Experience:

• Extensive knowledge of CAD/Jig Design.
• Experience of Engineering fitting and assembly techniques.
• Experience in an Engineering/Manufacturing environment and having spent time working in a production role.
• Experience of welding techniques.
• Reading and understanding Engineering Drawings.
• Effective communicator.
• ONC/HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Toolroom machining experience.
• Experience of using DFM.
• Good understanding of Engineering Workshop techniques.
• Minimum 3 years Mechanical Engineering Design.
• Good understanding of manufacturing techniques used in producing metal fabrications.

Why Apply to Drive DeVilbiss:

Competitive Benefits including company sick pay, 26 days annual leave rising to 28 (+ Book Your Birthday Off Work and the option to buy/sell/carry over annual leave), pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike2Work, free onsite parking, long service recognition, staff discount on our products and access to Perkbox (our benefits and rewards platform).

Equal Opportunities Statement:

Drive DeVilbiss is an equal opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We ensure that no candidate receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race or colour, nationality, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Drive DeVilbiss complies with applicable legislation governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities.

All successful candidates will be required to prove their eligibility to work in the UK, as well as accurate reference details covering their recent employment history. Please note some roles are also subject to an Enhanced DBS check.