Design and Development Engineer

My client in the Croydon area are seeking a Design and Development Engineer due to expansion.
The Company
My client is a long established successful specialist manufacturing engineering SME serving customers in high reliability sectors which include the regulated and demanding nuclear, defence and aerospace markets. The Company specialises in designing and manufacturing detector products across a diverse range of applications for UK and export markets. Our success is delivered by a team of ninety people deploying specialist skills in diverse, challenging markets that underpin key national and international energy, medical and security activities.
About the role
We are currently looking for a Design and Development Engineer to join our Engineering team. In this role, you will provide Mechanical Engineering expertise, supporting the operational activities of the company in meeting order book requirements and technical support to maximise sales opportunities and enhance customer perception of the capabilities and responsiveness of the company. Your focus will be on identifying, evaluating and, where agreed, implementing new product and product/process development opportunities.
To be considered for this role you must have a minimum HNC and/or equivalent experience working in an engineering discipline (ideally solid background in mechanical engineering in a relevant field). You will have a good understanding of Materials and Mechanical properties, material selection and testing as well as understanding of Manufacturing and Production methods – general assembly, welding and brazing and non-destructive testing. Experience of interfacing with customers on commercial and technical level is a must in this role therefore you will be a well organised, strong communicator with good people skills and ability to work to schedules and meet deadlines.
Experience
Mechanical engineering: 3 years (required)
Manufacturing and Production methods: 3 years (required)
Materials and Mechanical properties: 3 years (required)

• Working hours: 5 days per week (37.5 hrs), Monday to Thursday 8.00AM-4.45PM Friday 8.00AM - 12.30PM
  What we offer you
  Friendly working environment and inclusive, positive company culture.
  Regular opportunities for internal and external development.
  25 days holiday
  Pension
  Life Insurance
  Employee Assistance Programme
  Training & Development opportunities (In-house and external)
  Coaching and Mentoring
  Employee events
  Weekly fresh fruit selection
  Subsidised coffee and snack vending machines on site
  Location: Croydon
  Salary: £45k-£55k
  Please respond with an up to date CV to be considered.
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