Lead Design Engineer

Our automotive lighting client based in Redditch is searching for 2 x Lead Design Engineers on a permanent basis, 39 hours a week.

Main Purpose:

To assist Design Team Leaders in day-to-day design activities.

Key Duties / Responsibilities:

• Responsible for producing 2D/3D CAD using CATIA V5 or software required. Maintain components and assemblies in line with Bee / customer specifications and standards.
• Coordinate design engineering activities to meet customer technical requirements from initial concept to production.
• Responsible for presenting designs at customer reviews throughout the development process.
• Carry out feasibility studies, package checks and reviews for each design.
• Select, evaluate and apply proprietary components for assemblies and systems to meet customer quality, rationalisation and cost requirements.
• Maintain concise records and documentation in the form of a project folder to allow complete traceability of the projects development.
• Create and complete Engineering Change Notes (ECNs).
• Assist in initiating and maintaining relationships with external suppliers.
• Support structural designs using simple calculations and FEA software.
• Support prototype build phase when necessary / support trial builds.
• Develop and manage BOMS including the selection / approval of materials suitable for functionality / application, P Diagram and DFMEA.
• Manage project progress against agreed budget & timing to meet customer/internal specification and requirements. Review and feedback to Team Leader weekly.
• Responsible for flow of data from customer to supplier
• Support design engineering team and promote cross team working “get the job done” attitude.
• Be aware of and work within allocated design budget and time constraints.

Generic Tasks:

• To promote and ensure company processes, policies and procedures are upheld
• Support Directors and HR to maintain existing and develop new company processes, policies and procedures.
• To work closely with other team members to ensure that projects are delivered on time and budget.
• At all times work within the organisation’s Health and Safety policy and to ensure as far is reasonable that safe working practices are established, maintained and followed.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as directed by a Director or direct line manager.

Personal Specification Requested:

• Background in Design Engineering, specifically in polymers and automotive components. Complex assemblies and A class surfaces.
• Strong communication skills.
• Be able to work both independently and within a Team
• Ideally have experience in 3D CAD systems including Catia V5.
• IT Literate.
• Ability to demonstrate a flexible working approach.
• Ability to manage own time effectively.
• Attention to detail.
• Methodical and analytical.
• Professional attitude.
• Good time keeping.
• Flexibility to travel to customers and suppliers.