Salary: 27 - £30/hour
Category: Engineering & Technical
Job Type: Contract
Job Location: Warwickshire, West Midlands
Posted on: 02/03/2010

Design Engineer



Contract Design Engineer



Automotive applications; Our Client is looking for several experienced mechanical design engineers to work on a contract basis. Ideally a background in engine installation or chassis design would be preferred or experience within the ‘Off Highway’ or specialist commercial vehicles. All work is carried out using SolidEdge and applicants must have this relevant experience.



The Role:



To create/interpret specifications into cost effective functional designs and to provide company wide support for design implementation



Create and maintain Project Files inclusive of records of design calculations and assumptions, adherence to Company Standards (ISO 9000)



Work to industry and Engineering standards and practices



Concept, design and detailing of systems and components



Contribute/advise on relevant product testing activities



Typical work could involve:

Liaison with cooling system supplier on cooling system installation

Installation of exhaust system and associated pipework

Installation of air intake filter and associated pipework

Routing of engine wiring harnesses

Installation of auxiliary pumps and associated pipework



Requirements:



Proficient competent user of SolidEdge



Working knowledge of regulations, British Standards and codes of practice relevant to the equipment being designed, Draughting practices to BS308/BS8888 desirable



Relevant experience in Powertrain installation specifically Engine installation



Able to work in a team and multi task environment and communicate effectively with external suppliers/customers



Demonstrable team skills as a member and a leader



Open, honest and timely reporting of tasks



Essential requirement to work without supervision to meet agreed deadlines in both team and individual activities



Ability to produce, maintain and control work breakdowns and timing programmes



Ability to produce designs within agreed cost, weight and performance targets



Ability to work without supervision to agreed timescales, budgets and constraints

Job Reference: 107485733
Contact Details: Genesis Technical Recruitment Ltd