Job Title: Graduate Design Engineer

Location: Crumlin, Blackwood

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive Salary

Candour Talent Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Graduate Design Engineer to join our well-established manufacturing business based in the Blackwood area.

The Graduate Design Engineer is an important member of the Product Development Department and has full exposure to New Product Design across all product ranges. The Graduate Design Engineer must show passion and drive to succeed in this crucial role

Job Description:

• Generate innovative & feasible design concepts and cost-effective solutions to meet project and customer requirements, including preparation of drawing packs complying with specifications.
• Ensure all design requirements (customer and internal) are optimised to provide a robust product that can be manufactured within the agreed targets (cost & performance).
• Prepare, check, and approve to ensure drawings are correct and to required standards complying with Senior's internal quality processes and procedures.
• To participate in internal team meetings and design reviews with cross-functional departments to meet project needs.
• Liaise with technical specialists as required (e.g., for FEA, CFD analysis and specialist 1D calculations).
• Represent the business in customer meetings where necessary.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Prototype, Purchasing and Production engineers to ensure products are designed for manufacture.
• Ensure design files (3D & 2D) and information are kept up to date and stored in accordance with departmental procedures.

Requirements:

• A Mechanical Engineering degree (or similar field).
• A strong technical ability including new technologies and innovations in automotive sector.
• Experience in using Catia (3D, surface modelling, detailed drawings).
• Knowledge of GD&T would be an advantage.
• Maintain a high standard of Health and Safety. Designs solutions must be based upon safe working practices and support environmental initiatives.
• Ability to communicate information, whether technical or non-technical to internal stakeholders, customers, & suppliers in a clear and concise manner.
• Current knowledge on latest manufacturing techniques and drawing standards.
• Strong technical & analytical knowledge with "thinking outside of the box" mind set.
• Ensure that all work activities and records comply with Company Policies, Procedures and Codes of Practice.

Remuneration:

• Graduate Renumeration Scheme in place with incremental pay increases.
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Excellent Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (Employee Contribution up to 11%/ Employer contribution up to 15%)
• Death in Service Life Protection Benefit (x 6 annual salary)
• Flexible Working Policy
• Employee Events
• Recognition Awards
• Training and Development (Internal & External)
• Share Save Schemes
• Salary Sacrifice Scheme - Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme/ Financial Support
• Access to pool cars for travel
• Company laptop
• Free Parking

How to Apply:

Contact Number: 01495 364236

Email Address: www.candourtalent.co.uk

We thank you for considering Candour Talent Recruitment for your career aspirations and encourage you to continue exploring opportunities with us in the future. Good Luck with your application and we look forward to receiving your CV.

Who are we at Candour Talent?

At our award-winning recruitment agency, we pride ourselves on building strong connections with both our clients and candidates. We operate as both a recruitment specialist for permanent recruitment and a recruitment business for the supply of temporary workers, ensuring that we can effectively meet the diverse needs of our clients and candidates. With a dedicated and passionate team of professionals, we're committed to taking time to understand your unique skills, experiences, and aspirations ensuring that we match you with opportunities that not only align with your professional goals but also inspire you to thrive. Whether you're seeking a career change, advancement, or a new challenge, we're here to support you every step of the way.

Rest assured that when you apply for a role through Candour Talent Recruitment, your details will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, outlining how your information will be used.

While we strive to respond to all applicants promptly, please note that only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted for further consideration. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of your application, we regret to inform you that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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