Solidworks Design Engineer - Food Process Equipment in London

Solidworks Design Engineer –Food Process Equipment 12-Month Contract

Location:

Peterborough Contract:

12 months Rate:

£37–£42 per hour, depending on experience IR35:

Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced

Food Process Design Engineer

to join a busy engineering environment on an initial

12-month contract , supporting the design, development and improvement of

process equipment for the food production and beverage industries . The role will focus on developing and modifying equipment and equipment ranges used within

food processing and beverage production , working from process requirements, P&IDs, technical data sheets, engineering specifications, existing designs and customer requirements. The successful contractor must have

proven hands-on experience using SolidWorks

and be confident creating, modifying and reviewing

3D models, assemblies and engineering drawings . Experience within

food process engineering, food manufacturing or beverage production

is highly desirable, combined with a strong mechanical design background and a good understanding of how process equipment integrates into wider manufacturing systems. Key Responsibilities

Design, develop and modify

food process equipment and equipment ranges . Use

SolidWorks

to create and modify 3D models, assemblies and engineering drawings. Develop mechanical equipment designs from

process requirements, P&IDs, technical specifications and customer requirements . Interpret

P&IDs, process flow diagrams, engineering drawings and equipment specifications . Design equipment for use within

food processing and beverage manufacturing environments . Modify existing equipment designs to meet different process, capacity and customer requirements. Review existing process equipment and identify opportunities for

design improvement, standardisation and range development . Produce and update

mechanical drawings, equipment layouts, fabrication drawings and technical documentation . Review existing

SolidWorks models and assemblies , making design changes where required. Work closely with process, project, manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure equipment meets the required process specification. Consider equipment interfaces with

pipework, pumps, valves, tanks, vessels, conveyors, instrumentation and other process equipment . Review third-party designs, 3D models and engineering information to ensure compliance with technical requirements. Liaise with

suppliers, fabricators and external design partners . Attend customer and manufacturing sites to understand existing process equipment, installation requirements and site constraints. Carry out or review

site measurements and surveys

to support equipment design and modification. Ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, maintainable and suitable for

food and beverage production environments . Apply appropriate

hygienic design principles

to process equipment. Maintain accurate design records, technical documentation and revision information. Essential Experience

Previous experience as a

Food Process Design Engineer, Process Equipment Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Equipment Design Engineer

or similar. Proven experience designing, modifying or developing

process equipment or industrial machinery . Strong practical experience using SolidWorks is essential. Ability to confidently create, modify and review

SolidWorks 3D models, assemblies and engineering drawings . Strong mechanical engineering and equipment design knowledge. Experience working from

P&IDs, process requirements, technical specifications and engineering drawings . Good understanding of

food processing or industrial process systems . Ability to understand how individual items of equipment integrate into a wider

food production or beverage process . Strong understanding of mechanical design, fabrication and manufacturing methods. Experience working with suppliers, fabricators and third-party engineering designers. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to technical specifications. Strong communication and coordination skills. Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively within a contract environment. Desirable Experience

Previous experience within

food processing, food manufacturing or beverage production . Experience designing

food process equipment . Knowledge of

hygienic design and equipment for washdown environments . Experience with major food manufacturing customers such as

Nestlé, Weetabix or similar . Experience with

process plant, production equipment or food manufacturing machinery . Understanding of

CIP, hygienic processing, cleanability and contamination control . Experience with equipment incorporating

tanks, vessels, pumps, valves, pipework, conveyors or dosing systems . Previous experience undertaking

site surveys and equipment modifications . The Ideal Contractor

This role would suit an experienced

Food Process or Mechanical Design Engineer

with strong

SolidWorks capability

and a good understanding of industrial process equipment. You will be comfortable taking information from

P&IDs, process specifications, equipment data sheets and customer requirements

and turning this into practical mechanical equipment designs using SolidWorks. A key part of the role will be understanding the relationship between

process requirements and mechanical equipment design

— ensuring equipment is not only mechanically sound but also suitable for its intended food or beverage manufacturing application. Experience with

hygienic design, cleanability, washdown environments and food process equipment

would be highly advantageous. You should also be confident reviewing designs produced by third parties, identifying technical issues and ensuring equipment complies with the required process and engineering specifications. The ability to work independently, communicate effectively with engineering and project teams, and coordinate with suppliers and external designers will be essential. Contract Details

12-month initial contract £35–£40 per hour , depending on experience Outside IR35 Peterborough-based Food process and beverage engineering environment Process equipment design and development SolidWorks design experience essential Product range development and equipment standardisation Interaction with engineering teams, suppliers and third-party designers Customer and manufacturing site visits as required Suitable backgrounds include: Food Process Design Engineer | Process Equipment Design Engineer | Mechanical Design Engineer | Food Manufacturing Design Engineer | Process Engineer | Equipment Design Engineer How to Apply

To be considered, please click

Apply

or send your CV directly to . You can also contact

Suzanne directly on . Applicants must be eligible to

live and work in the UK . Sponsorship is not provided. We look forward to hearing from you. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

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