Technical Document Engineer (CAD)

This is a family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, with this role being part of that growth. Technical Documentation Engineer Salary and Benefits * £36,000 – £38,000 (dependant on experience) * 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday * 23 days holiday, increasing with service, plus statutory, Life Assurance, Profit related pay Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Chesterfield, Sheffield Technical Documentation Engineer Role Function * This Technical Documentation Engineer opening is a new role, working within the company’s busy Technical Services team. * You will create and maintain high quality SOP’s (standard operating procedures), installation / user manuals and the creation of drawings/models for product fabrications to be used by the installation and production operatives. Technical Documentation Engineer Candidate Requirements * Proven experience creating and maintaining high quality SOP’s (standard operating procedures), installation / user manuals. * Able to CAD solutions using Solidworks – Use basic drawing standards (BS8888 & ISO128). * Skilled engineer able to employ engineering devices to investigate and resolve product issues i.e. using problem solving devices such as 8D or 5 Why’s. * Able to communicate and liaise with stakeholders to bring about a satisfactory conclusion. * Familiarity with engineering design principals and measuring tools. * Liaising with the manufacturing, machining, sub-assembly and assembly departments to validate communication tools (such as SOP’s, work instructions and process risks). * Familiarity with engineering manufacturing techniques i.e. machine tools, pressing, bending, cutting, vacuum forming, injection moulding, casting etc Technical Documentation Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to) * Ensure the generation of technical materials that are required to facilitate the delivery of product to market in a timely manner, with input from quality, production and in-service feedback. * Work with the design team to create 3D models and SOP’s for new dedicated illustration kits for all group products. * Create work instructions and SOP’s to assist the production line and production manager to be used for training and manufacturing on sub-assemblies and assembled products. * Create or revise user and installation manuals for any new or existing products brought to market by any of the group’s brands. * Manage and implement change through documented processes and communicate with other departments to deal with enquiries both efficiently and effectively. * Create an illustrated parts catalogue (IPC) to assist every department determine product parts and codes. * Provide input to the FMEA and NPI documentation, to lower risks scores via the use of agreed format documentation and communication tools. Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates. If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch. Should you want to learn more about any of our DESIGN, R&D & FEA vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat. Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Design R&D & FEA Recruitment Support since 1994