Senior Design Engineer in Stroud

Our client is a leader in the design and manufacturing of bespoke valves for a variety of industries and they are looking for a Senior Design Engineer to join their team!

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Interpret customer requirements/specifications and translate into engineered product design, aligning with both technical & commercial requirements.
• Ensure tasks are planned & prioritised to support on-time delivery to project requirements.
• Produce detailed designs for new products using 3D CAD.
• Produce 3D Models, Engineering Drawings, and BOMs to allow manufacture of components.
• Solve mechanical Engineering problems and be able to demonstrate a clear and logical methodology.
• Perform & document Engineering calculations to allow colleagues and third-parties to interpret and validate the results.
• Perform FEA analysis where necessary to assess and document suitability of new designs/design modifications.
• Analyse & document test data to verify compliance to specification requirements.
• Compile professional engineering documents for distribution internally and to the customer, discussing and presenting report findings when necessary.
• Ensure designs are accurate and conform to required design codes (API, ISO, PED, ASME VIII) and customer specifications.
• Utilise DFM/DFA methodologies in all design work.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives, including problem-solving to enhance existing products and processes.
• Checking of Drawings and B.O.M.’s.
• Support the transition of new products into Production.
• Input into Engineering strategy, policies & procedures to drive company direction and act as a mentor to other Engineers within the business.
• Support the Engineering department at a variety of meetings both internally and occasionally at Customer sites, providing Engineering support and advice as appropriate.
• Deputise for the Principal Engineer when required.
• Business Travel will be required from time to time.

Ideal Candidate:

• A recognised qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experienced user of 3D CAD for design and drafting and conceptual & detailed design skills.
• Design for Manufacture & Assembly.
• Experience of designing high pressure equipment to industry standards.
• Ability to produce detailed design calculations and reports and experienced in the use of Finite Element Analysis.
• An understanding of materials and their applications, metals in particular.
• Familiarity in the use of Geometrical Design and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Pro-active attitude and good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of using an MRP System (e.g. Visual, Syteline) to produce BOM’s.
• Experience of using a Quality management system database.
• Work to and promote high standards of quality, with a strong focus on safety.
• Knowledge of technical software such as MathCAD and LabView.
• A positive approach with good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• The ability to plan your own activities within a project and be adaptable to changing priorities and demanding deadlines.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Products, particularly Excel.

Working Hours:

Monday to Thursday: 08:00am to 16:30pm and Friday: 08:00am to 13:30pm.