Design engineer

My client in Blaenavon is currently in need of a design engineer due to continual growth. My client is a leading manufacturer of materials handling equipment (OEM) specialising in dry bulk solids material and powders handling/processing. With a strong global presence, they are renowned for delivering high-quality equipment to a wide range of industries, serving prestigious companies across sectors such as petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, food, and aggregates sectors. Requirements: Candidate will have a mechanical engineering qualification or demonstrable experience. They will have a sound knowledge of fabricating, welding, and machining processes along with a good understanding of materials handling equipment, from technical and manufacturing aspects, (screw conveyors, mixers, belt conveying, metering feeders, discharging aids) Candidates are required to have excellent 2D (essential) 3D (desirable) draughting skills whilst the ability to interpret P ID drawings would be advantageous. The duties of the role are: * Interpreting contract documentation and specifications ensuring that equipment is designed and manufactured in accordance with industry regulations and project specifications middot; Taking part in production/project review meetings to ensure timescales are adhered to * Producing a high standard of 2D general arrangements and layout drawings for manufacture * Producing a high standard of 2D detailed drawings to enable engineering tradespersons to manufacture machined and fabricated parts * Producing sheet/plate pattern development profiles for laser cutting and fabricating * Liaising with sales, project teams and management middot; Creating parts lists, bills of materials and identifying materials and proprietary items to be purchased for manufacture to ensure timely arrival of required materials * Meeting and improving costs where applicable and feasible using recognised cost analysis methods * Developing new innovative products to supplement the existing product range BENEFITS: Monday to Thursday 07.30 to 16.00 Friday 07.30 to 12.00 * Generous Bonus Scheme * Contributory Pension Scheme * 33 days annual leave (includes 8 days statutory bank holidays) plus our lsquo;Flexible Holiday Trading Scheme rsquo; * Life Assurance Scheme (after qualifying period) * Income Protection Plan (after qualifying period) * Employee Support and Perks Package * Free car parking * Investment in our employees through learning and development * Flexible and family friendly policies Salary: GBP38k / GBP42k Location: Blaenavon Please respond with an up to date CV to be considered