Computer Aided Design Engineer

Lead Engineer Location: Swadlincote Salary: Circa £40-49k Hours: 0800-1630 Monday to Thursday, 0800-1330 Friday Status: Permanent Your Mission: As a Lead Engineer, you will take charge of the technical design of customer projects globally. You'll act as the primary liaison between the company and its customers for project-specific design concepts, overseeing the entire project lifecycle from inception to completion. Key Responsibilities: Technical Project Management: Oversee the planning and allocation of your team’s workload to ensure timely project delivery. Design Execution: Perform detailed system designs according to customer specifications. Stakeholder Engagement: Lead project meetings and design reviews with both internal and external stakeholders. Documentation Review: Review and approve technical drawings and documentation. Quality Assurance: Participate in internal and external First Article Inspections. Project Coordination: Develop and adhere to design timelines in line with customer specifications and project plans. Interdepartmental Collaboration: Serve as the primary interface for other departments on project-specific designs. Team Development: Support and mentor the Design Engineering team, working closely with the Engineering Manager. Ideal Candidate Profile: Educational Background: A Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or equivalent qualification (HNC) in Design, Manufacturing, Production, or Mechanical Engineering. Experience: At least 4 years of engineering experience. Technical Proficiency: Proficient in CAD, particularly Autodesk Inventor and Vault. Analytical Skills: Strong technical understanding with the ability to analyze complex data. Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage projects and workloads, driving tasks to completion on time. Customer Focus: A customer-oriented approach with strong interpersonal skills. Team Player: Collaborative with strong communication skills and the ability to work well with colleagues across different departments. Organizational Skills: Well-organized, motivated, and adaptable with an open attitude. Language Skills: Fluent in English, both verbal and written. Willingness to Travel: Must be able to travel within the UK and abroad as required. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead technically challenging projects and make a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you have the experience and skills detailed above, we encourage you to apply. Qualifications A Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or equivalent qualification (HNC) in Design, Manufacturing, Production, or Mechanical Engineering. Why is this a great opportunity? This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead technically challenging projects and make a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive environment.