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Senior Composite Designer

TEC Partners
Oxfordshire
3 months ago
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We're delighted to be partnering with a cutting-edge Engineering business based in Oxfordshire, known for its innovative products, efficient processes, and strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement within the Automotive, Defence and Maritime sectors.

About this Senior Composite Designer Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will take a key technical role in the design and development of composite and metallic components for a variety of high-performance applications, including aircraft, vehicles, and motorsport. This position offers the opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior designers, and contribute to continuous improvement of design processes. You will combine hands-on CAD expertise with leadership skills to ensure that designs meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and manufacturability.

Why work as a Senior Composite Designer with our client?

Basic salary up to £70, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays Enhanced pension scheme Opportunity to work on cutting-edge motorsport and advanced engineering projects Be part of a forward-thinking company championing sustainability and renewable energy technologies Collaborative, innovation-driven working environment

What is expected of you as a Senior Composite Designer with our client?

Minimum HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent 10+ years of relevant industry experience Strong knowledge of CAD, preferably NX11 Understanding of manufacturing techniques for composite components and tooling Ability to apply engineering knowledge to deliver robust solutions Experienced user of CAD surfacing tools and procedures Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex ideas to different audiences Fluent in spoken and written English

Responsibilities of a Senior Composite Designer with our client

Experience designing for multiple vehicle types, including aircraft, automotive, and motorsport Proficient in NX or Catia V5/V6 Design and CAD modelling of composite components (NX preferred, Catia considered) Analyse and interpret customer requirements into practical design solutions Prepare detailed designs and laminate books Collaborate with Aerodynamic and Stress departments to ensure compliance with design intent and structural integrity Drive continuous development of designs and processes to maintain best practices Ensure compliance with company quality standards (AS D) Lead and mentor junior designers to maintain high design standards Support the Test team in exploring and validating technical solutions

If you would like to find out more about this Senior Composite Designer vacancy or other Engineering vacancies around the Oxfordshire region, please apply now.

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