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Company Overview:

Lifeline Fire & Safety Systems Ltd are the global leader in motorsport safety products, supplying many of the world’s leading teams and constructors with its innovative range of products. In addition, Lifeline also designs & manufactures fire suppression systems and equipment for the defence sector. We supply to the UK MOD and defence primes.

Based in Coventry, the company designs, validates and manufactures its products in house. Priding itself on its innovation, flexibility and quick reaction to meet the demands of its blue-chip customer base. 

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic, creative & innovative Design Engineer to join our growing team.  You will have a proven track record in engineering design, ideally with experience in motorsport, defence, automotive or aerospace sectors.

Are you an experienced design engineer with at least five years’ experience (including any study time) and a sharp understanding of the development process, design for manufacture, production process and project management? As a proficient Design Engineer, you will be expected to produce engineering drawings, BOMs and build procedures for production in a timely manner with accuracy and attention to detail. You will also be involved in the product development process from concept, through prototyping, test and validation to manufacturing.

We require our engineers to be well rounded. We expect a willingness to be involved at all stages of the process, from design, through hands on testing into prototyping and production. We expect our engineers to be able to work autonomously but also play a significant part of a wider team as required.

Main Job Responsibilities:

·    Management and updating of existing drawings and designs

·   Produce detailed engineering drawings to the in-house requirements

·   Produce detailed build procedures through reviews of the design and discussion with manufacturing

·    BOM development, produce Data sheets and other quality documentation

·   Design issue analysis and resolution

·   Product Design and development

·   Run testing as required, in house and externally, across the range of Lifeline products

·   Resolve problems and determine root causes

·   Manage new product introductions to manufacturing

·   Define and manage safety protocols

·   Produce technical bulletins

·   Support homologation processes

·   Look for efficiencies in the production of goods

Job Skills & Qualifications:

Required:

·   Experience in product design, development and manufacture

·   Strong communicator with all levels of the organisation

·   Problem solving

·   5 or more years of relevant engineering design experience (inc degree if not all by experience)

·   Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor CAD or similar

·   Experience of manufacturing procedure writing

Desirable

·    Experience in Progress Plus (MRP) or similar software

·   Working understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Personal Attributes:

·    Highly organised with strong attention to detail

·   Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

·   Proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset

·   Ability to work independently and part of a team

Benefits:

·    Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

·   Employer pension contributions

·   Early finish on Friday

·   Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with exciting projects. Concept -> Production

·   Accelerated career advancement for high performing individuals

Additional information:

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

·    Discretionary bonus scheme

·   Company pension

Schedule:

·       Monday to Friday

Experience:

·    Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)

·   Design Engineering: 5 years (including degree time) (required)

Work authorisation:

·      United Kingdom (required)

Work Location:

• In person in Coventry

adi Lean Manufacturing and Design – Design Engineer

Location – Tyburn, Birmingham

About the Role

As a Design Engineer, you will collaborate with the current engineering team to design jigs and fixtures, assembly benches, as well as semi-automated and automated production cells. Your expertise will be integral in optimising our clients manufacturing processes.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Working with the lean manufacturing and design team to design machinery for the automotive, aerospace, and other industries related to the services provided by the division.
• Designing fixtures, jigs, assembly benches, and semi-automated to fully automated machines to assist customers in their manufacturing processes.
• Issuing manufacturing drawings and coordinating with the workshop.
• Following up with manufacturing to ensure accurate interpretation of drawings and successful project execution.
• Overseeing project commissioning.
• Liaising with customers to build and maintain relationships.
• Ensuring that all designs for projects meet company standards.

About you

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Experience with SolidWorks and PDM.
• Extensive experience in a design or mechanical engineering role is essential.
• Experience with Catia V5 R20 in Mechanical Design (Part Design and Product Assembly) is an added advantage.
• Attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to taking ownership of tasks.
• A full UK driving license.

The Benefits

• The adi Pit Stop – savings and discounts portal with Reward Gateway
• Healthcare cash plan
• 24/7 GP helpline including private electronic prescription service
• Enhanced Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral bonus of £500 for every successful new employee
• Generous holiday allowance
• Celebration days
• Company-wide Christmas party for employees and partners
• Annual employee awards
• Long service awards
• Free workwear

The company

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Other organisations may call this role Manufacturing Designer, Automation Design Engineer, Automation Mechanical Design Engineer.

adi Group is fully committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and seeks to ensure that the careers of all employees are determined solely on merit and opportunity and that judgement of employees are free from the effects of bias and prejudice.

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HOURS: 40 hour per week, Monday to Friday

DEPARTMENT: Design Engineering

LOCATION: Coventry, Woodhams Road Site

REPORTING TO: Lead/Principal Engineer - Design

To work within the Engineering department of Penso as part of a multi-disciplined project team, providing engineering assistance to the Principal Engineer(s) and the teams on both internal and external (Penso Consulting) projects. To undertake training (formal and on-the-job) to develop engineering and design skills

The primary role of the APPRENTICE ENGINEER (Engineering) shall be the undertaking of a variety of tasks to assist the Engineering team in its primary business which is the delivery and design of a commodity in line with customer requirements. This will include the following tasks among others and will be complimented with training to be able to perform the tasks: -

• Carry out engineering tasks to support the Engineering teams
• Support the coordination and facilitation of engineering meetings
• Data management – ensuring that design and development documentation according to PQMS is kept up to date
• Generate documents required in the design and development process as set out in PQMS
• Design work using CAD (with training)
• Preparation of reports and presentation material for internal reviews
• Assist Principal Engineers and Lead Engineers in presenting engineering solutions to internal and external customers
  Communicating with internal customers on a day-to-day basis

Training

• PQMS Design and Development process and documentation
• CAD techniques
• CAD Best Practice
• Correct CAD Methods and management
• Problem solving
• The candidate will be expected to attend college to work towards further qualifications HNC/HND
• Experience of all aspects of an engineering business will be provided

Achieving academic targets in college work

• Meeting developmental targets set during regular appraisals
• Attendance and Timekeeping

ESSENTIAL:

5 GCSEs grades A-C or NVQ in Mathematics, English and preferably at least one science or Engineering

• Confident communications skills and willingness to learn
• Good numeracy and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in a supporting role within a project team.
• Ability to work in isolation with minimum direction

DESIRABLE:

• Experience in using Microsoft Office software
• Interest in Engineering and Vehicles
• CAD knowledge

KEY REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Internal: Senior Management, Principal Engineers, Lead Engineers & Senior Engineers, Project Managers's
• External: Customers, Suppliers

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

All employees must abide by the company's Health and Safety policy and comply with the responsibilities for their job as detailed within the company policy.

ENVIRONMENTAL:

All employees are expected to assist Penso in respect to its environmental objectives and targets. They must be mindful of Penso's environmental policy, environmental management system and the importance of ensuring that environmental targets are achieved and comply to ISO14001.

QUALITY:

All employees must follow and abide by the company's policies and operating practices regarding the company's Quality Management System in line with IATF16949:2016. It is the employee's responsibility to inform their Line Manager of any issues that could affect the product in relation to quality and legality.

This job description is drawn up with flexibility in mind, and the individual may need to carry out work outside of the issued job description. Due to the changing needs of the business the job will also evolve and change to meet new business requirements. The job description will be updated in conjunction with the current jobholder.

ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer

TERM- Permanent

LOCATION – Dudley

SALARY- £30,000 - £40,000 dependent on experience

My client provides bespoke products and engineering solutions for Manufacture. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Dudley on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• 0-3 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Be proficient using 3D & 2D CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, Creo etc.
• Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proficient using MS Office
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Being involved in final assembly of products
• Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
• Checking drawings for sign off
• Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Location: Birmingham

Due to the nature of the work, this position is only open to British nationals eligible for UK security clearance.

About the Company

A well-established engineering manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality and innovation is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing design team. The company specialises in the design and manufacture of complex fabricated equipment used across a range of heavy industries, including energy, power generation, and process sectors.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D models, manufacturing drawings, and technical documentation.
• Carry out design calculations, stress analysis, and material selection to ensure compliance and performance.
• Review existing designs for improvements in cost, manufacturability, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure all design requirements are fully met.
• Maintain up-to-date design documentation in line with project and quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills and Experience Required

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related discipline).
• Proven experience in the design of pressure vessels and pipework.
• Proficient in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or AutoCAD preferred).

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on technically advanced and diverse projects.
• Support for professional development and further qualifications.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking engineering team environment.

Urgently hiring for an award-winning manufacturer of automation machinery and control systems.

Location: Tewkesbury, United Kingdom

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing for customers' automation needs of special-purpose machinery. You will work on innovative projects across various industries.

Key Responsibilities :

• Designing and developing new and existing machinery.
• Conceptualizing and detailing automation solutions.
• Site layout design and project management.
• Ownership of customer projects from conception to customer satisfaction.
• Ensuring high-quality and timely delivery of projects.

Requirements :

• Solid experience in special purpose machine design – ideally working for an OEM and/or have experience designing and developing robot systems such as end-of-line palletizing equipment and/or worked within a factory automation space.
• Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent experience (minimum 3 years CAD Draughtsman experience).
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and other Autodesk Programs.
• A small digital portfolio, ahead of invitation to interview (treated in strictest confidence).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Presentable, articulate, and eligible to work in the UK.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with customers and suppliers

Junior role

• Recent grad /under 5 years experience in different but relevant industry - would join as draughtsman and learn the industry and build experience
• Good working knowledge of Autodesk Inventor

OR

General-Senior role

• +5 years solid industrial automation machinery experience (i.e. bespoke machines, complex sub assemblies, conveyors etc.)
• Good working knowledge of Autodesk Inventor and will hit the ground running

Salary : Competitive salary based on experience + Bonuses + Pension scheme + Private Family Health Insurance plan & much more.

If you are a passionate Mechanical Design Engineer looking to contribute to cutting-edge projects and work alongside a great team, then this is the perfect opportunity for you. Don't miss out on this exciting role!

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ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer

TERM- Permanent

LOCATION - Worcestershire

SALARY- £30,000 - £40,000 (Dependant on experience)

My client delivers bespoke automated systems to clients in a variety of sectors. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team near Worcestershire on a permanent basis.

They will consider both Graduates and those with 1-5 years’ experience.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Previous experience withinan Automated / SPM environment
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo etc.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proficient using MS Office
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Being involved in final assembly of products
• Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
• Checking drawings for sign off
• Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.

For more information about this role please apply, or email Tom O'Reilly on who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks, Premier Group

ROXEL (UK ROCKET MOTORS) LIMITED

Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £150M and nearly 1000 staff.

The UK operations are entirely based at Summerfield, Kidderminster where we now have a requirement for a permanent Mechanical Computer Aided Design Engineer to work on a variety of new projects in the Design Office.

OVERVIEW & SCOPE OF ROLE

The successful candidate will be involved in projects from initial concept stage through to the issue of production drawings and work very closely with the Design Authority, Production Engineers and other Designers.

The design work involves pressure vessel design integrated with precision machined components in a wide variety of materials, both metallic and non-metallic, natural or synthetic.

Tooling design will include special purpose equipment used in all stages of the manufacture, assembly and testing of a solid propellant rocket motor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & REPONSIBILITIES

• Creating and modifying 3D models using Creo 11
• Producing detail production drawings (Weapon and Tooling), ensuring conformance to BS888 and manufacturability (using DFMA techniques)
• Managing model and drawing data through Windchill 13
• Drawing and design checking
• Producing interface drawings with the relevant authorities
• Modelling and reporting model mechanical properties
• Liaison with the customer, manufacturers and suppliers, and on-site commissioning trial engineers (using DFMA techniques)
• Reviewing/challenging design concepts
• Concept meetings and design reviews – taking actions and ensure actions are completed on time
• Active participation in DFMEA reviews
• Managing your own workload to ensure OTD

Attention to detail is paramount whilst being able to work on multiple projects and an enthusiastic, inquisitive mind would be advantageous with an eagerness to learn. The candidate should have excellent design flair skills demonstrating new ways of thinking and having the confidence to challenge current methods/designs.

EXPERIENCE & BACKGROUND

Qualifications:

The candidate would ideally have a degree in Mechanical Engineering/Design and a minimum of a HNC in mechanical engineering (or another relevant engineering qualification) or achieved grade C or above in at least two of the following A level subjects; Design Technology, Mathematics, Physics or English.

It would be an advantage if the candidate has at least 3 years’ experience in design and producing technical drawings in accordance with BS 888.

Experience:

• Essential
• Working knowledge of Creo 11 or similar
• Working within a mechanical engineering environment
• Design for Manufacture and Assembly techniques
• Knowledge of a wide range of engineering materials and fasteners
• Knowledge of national drafting standards BS 888
• Knowledge of Geometric tolerancing, limits and fits
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office tools

• Desirable
• Working knowledge of Windchill 13 or similar PLM systems
• Management of design life cycle states
• Evidence of attention to detail skills
• An understanding of defence standards such as Def Stan 07-85
• Basic knowledge of stressing components

Person Specification

The candidate should be self-motivated, and able to manage their own workload. Interpersonal skills are a requirement of the role, and the candidate should be able to communicate with confidence in a team environment but also be able to work independently (under guidance).

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension Contributions up to 8% (Employer)
• Company Sick Pay
• Success Sharing Bonus
• Healthshield (Health cash back plan)
• Perkbox (shopping/restaurants etc discounts)
• Professional Membership
• Corporate Clothing