Posted in: Engineering in Walsall | Posted: |
The Background and Role
* My client is a specialist defence related industry is looking for a flexible and adaptable Lead Design Engineer to join their team. The candidate must be a UK national and will need to pass security vetting upon employment
The Person:
* The successful candidate will be qualified to SVQ/NVQ Level 5 or ONC/HNC (Minimum Level 4) or City & Guilds T4 or T6 in Mechanical Engineering, with a supporting EITB Approved Apprenticeship. They will have a good understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles and the ability to apply them in an analytical and methodical approach. A strong background in Design/Project Administration/Engineering is essential.
Responsibilities:
* Compile, monitor and update project plans and status reports.
* Compile, monitor and update project engineering and procurement project files.
* Provide technical and administrative support for specific projects.
* Provide technical and administrative support for drawing and parts list release and modification.
* Provide technical support during the procurement, build and test phases of specific projects.
* Generate project procurement lists, raise project RFQ’s and purchase orders.
* Monitor and actively progress the project procurement process.
* Be responsible for receiving project deliveries, goods inwards approval and assignment to the relevant project.
* Undertake associated project duties as requested by Senior Management.
Experience:
* Preferably 5+ years in a Mechanical Design/Manufacturing Environment
