Design engineer

Design Engineer Do you have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes? Do you have excellent 3D design skills? Are you looking for a Monday to Friday day shift role? Stride Recruitment are partnering with a Global Manufacturing company, on the search for a Design Engineer based in Gateshead, England. As a Design Engineer you will be responsible for transfer of designs from verbal or visual concepts to developed engineered production sets of drawings and maintaining ownership of both new and existing solutions. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop innovative retail solutions in 3D CAD packages, identifying appropriate materials and utilising cost-effective methods of manufacture. * Drive new projects through the business from conception through to engineering release and subsequent support for production delivery * Responsible for the provision of full functional drawing packs suitable for outsourced manufacture down to component level. * Working both alone and alongside other engineers to achieve concepts. * Value engineer new and existing designs where required. * Lead and participate in design reviews to ensure current and future products are robust Design for Manufacturing and carry out risk assessments. * Be responsible for the evaluation of prototypes and provide and lead assessments with the Business team. * Manage required changes to existing products * Check engineering release packs for drawing/model inconsistencies * Identify existing designs where value engineering opportunities exist * Chair/participate in new product development reviews * Chair/participate in various meetings; internally, with suppliers and customers. What are we looking for? * Degree in Product Design or similar. * Experience of designing sheet metal, timber, and acrylic products * Competent in the use of 3D design packages (such as Solid Edge, or similar) * Previous experience in the retail design industry is a bonus * Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently * Proven ability to execute and deliver projects within specific time frames * Ability to work within a team with initiative and minimum supervision For more information please contact Craig Grainger. On offer is a competitive salary plus overtime. Our promise: We put the candidate at the centre of all we do and promise to keep you updated and informed throughout the hiring process. Anonymity is very important to us, as we keep your application and job search confidential. Thank you, we look forward to hearing from you