Main characteristics
- Location
- Lancashire
- Company
- Fuel Proof Ltd
- Salary
- £38000 - £48000/annum Attendance Bonus + Safety Bonus
- Employment type
- Permanent
- Category
- Engineering
Job summary
Heysham, LancashireFuel Proof® designs and manufactures industry-leading storage products, proudly made in Britain at our on-site (and growing) production facility, for over 16,000 customers worldwide.
Fuel Proof plays a major part in powering the industrial world. Our Designers specialise in SOLIDWORKS® 3D CAD software to engineer both mass-produced and bespoke storage systems for use in every industry, including the aviation, agriculture, construction and haulage sectors, to name just a few.
Right now were looking for a SOLIDWORKS 3D specialist to join our Design team, with excellent interpersonal skills and a true passion for detail. With us youll get to see your design projects through from start to finish; from the first steel part you design for our Bystronic laser cutter and press brakes, through to having your designs manufactured, shot-blasted and painted on-site, ready for delivery and installation for our customers.
Salary:
£38,000 to £48,000 dependent on experience
Benefits:
Attendance Bonus + Health & Safety Bonus + 3% employer and 5% employee pension + life insurance + 20 days' holiday + Bank Holidays
Your Duties:
* Mechanical product CAD design in SOLIDWORKS 3D, working with various CNC programs to enable the production of sheet metal laser-cut components and CNC tube-formed parts
* Bespoke solutions for national and global brands in construction, aviation, agriculture, industry, rail, mining, exploration, civil engineering and more
* Create 3D models, layouts and engineering drawings to an excellent standard
* Apply 3D CAD modelling techniques to complex designs and assignments
* Assist on projects as part of our Design team, resolving queries and completing all stages of the design process from concept to final production
* Review bespoke design projects during in-house manufacturing
* Provide design solutions for our projects with guidance from engineering personnel
* Apply your knowledge of engineering principles to complement the design process
* Compile parts lists and technical documentation including user manuals, spec sheets and work instructions
* Work closely with our Sales and Fabrication teams on product specifications and solutions
* Attend team and client calls/meetings when needed, including meetings on product development.
Required Skills, Education and Experience:
* 10+ years experience in SOLIDWORKS 3D, ideally in steel manufacturing
* Advanced knowledge of various CNC programs
* HNC/HND qualification and design/engineering degree a distinct advantage
* Highly proficient in 3D-modelling high-spec, functionally sound end-products
* Exceptional time management, communication skills and attention to detail
* Clear ability to advise and direct teams throughout the manufacturing process
* Well-organised team player positive, cooperative and approachable
* Self-motivated, competent and analytical; producing timely and accurate work
* Proven passion for great product design, both functionally and aesthetically.
The Company:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, professional team in an exciting and fast-paced commercial environment, with brilliant career prospects for the right person.
See our products on Instagram/Facebook @fuelproof or on LinkedIn @Fuel Proof.
How to apply:
Please send us your CV detailing your skills and experience. Please note that we can only respond to applicants with the relevant experience and requirements
Benefits: Attendance Bonus + Safety Bonus
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