Design Engineer (Mechanical)

Cardiff
3 weeks ago
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Design Engineers

Cardiff/Bristol/Bath

Permanent - On site/Hybrid

We are currently looking for Design Engineers to join us on a permanent basis to work on site at the following base locations. Cardiff/Bristol/Bath (You will only be based at one of these sites).

Responsibilities:

  • Establish design intent and technical definition of assemblies, sub-assemblies and components as part of the overall system.

  • Work within a team, that is collectively responsible for development and delivery of complex design and product definition projects.

  • Identifying and communicating potential design problems to the rest of the team.

  • Creation of 3D models, 2D drawings and model-based definitions (MBD).

  • Applying manufacturing and quality specifications and assigning notes.

  • Establish interfacing components and sub-assemblies.

  • Management of assembly Digital Mock-Ups (DMU).

  • Creation and management of Bill of Materials (BoM).

  • Creation interface control documents.

  • Ensure timely resolution of technical issues for the sub-system, component.

  • Use standard product development processes for the sub-system, component to meet the overall program needs.

  • Management of your work using customer of PLM systems.

  • Providing support to customers and peers throughout the project lifecycles.

  • Producing reports and presentations to document work.

  • Ensuring all work adheres to the required industry and customer standards.

  • Ensuring compliance with the Capgemini QMS in the delivery of projects by the team.

    You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.

  • A strong engineering background and/or relevant engineering degree

  • Experience within the aerospace and defence industry desirable, experience within other sectors also considered.

  • 3D modelling and 2D drafting experience in CAD, ideally Siemens NX and/or Catia V5/3DEXPERIENCE, experience with other CAD packages also considered.

  • Knowledge of mechanical design principles, including GD&T.

  • Experience using PLM systems, ideally Teamcenter and/or 3DEXPERIENCE PLM.

  • Ability to read complex part and assembly drawings.

  • Proactive attitude and ability to communicate and report with a good level of verbal and written English.

  • Ability to work well in a team and individually.

  • Ability to work quickly and accurately to meet tight customer deadlines.

  • Export control awareness and adherence.

    Don’t meet every single requirements? Studies have shown women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway

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