R&D Design Engineer

R&D Design Engineer Our client is seeking an experienced R&D Design Engineer to join its growing engineering team in Omagh. This is an excellent opportunity to work with an established engineering manufacturer specialising in the design and manufacture of heavy-duty mobile machinery and equipment for the quarrying, construction, aggregates and recycling sectors. This is a genuine New Product Development (NPD) role, with responsibility for taking new machinery from initial concept and 3D design through manufacture, prototyping, testing and field trials. With a strong pipeline of new product development planned, this is an exciting time to join the engineering function. Based in Omagh, the role will initially be fully site-based during probation. Following successful completion of probation, hybrid working will be available with three days on-site and two days working from home. Top 3 Things to Know About This Job Work on genuine new product development, from initial concept through manufacture, testing and production. Join a growing engineering function with a strong pipeline of future product development projects. Excellent benefits including 8% annual bonus, 5% employer pension contribution, healthcare and 32 days' annual leave. The Role: * Design and develop new mechanical products and machinery from initial concept through to production. * Produce detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies and manufacturing drawings using Creo / SolidWorks. * Develop mechanical components, fabricated structures and complex machinery assemblies. * Take designs through prototype manufacture, build, testing and validation. * Support product testing and field trials, analysing performance and implementing design improvements. * Work closely with manufacturing teams throughout prototype builds and New Product Introduction. * Design with manufacturability, durability, reliability, serviceability and cost in mind. * Liaise with suppliers and specialist engineering subcontractors regarding components and fabrication requirements. * Produce and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and associated engineering documentation. * Support the transition of newly developed products into full production. * Participate in design reviews and technical problem-solving throughout the development lifecycle. The Person: * Level 5 or above qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline. * At least 3 years' relevant mechanical design engineering experience. * Previous experience taking products from concept through design, manufacture and testing. * Strong 3D mechanical design capability, with Creo preferred. * Experienced SolidWorks users with transferable 3D CAD skills will also be considered. * Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings, assemblies and BOMs. * Good understanding of fabrication and manufacturing processes. * Strong mechanical problem-solving skills and the ability to work closely with manufacturing teams. * Previous experience within heavy engineering, crushing and screening, agricultural machinery, construction equipment, mobile plant, materials handling or specialist machinery would be advantageous. The Rewards: * Competitive salary DOE. * 8% annual performance-related bonus. * 5% employer pension contribution. * 32 days' annual leave, increasing with service. * Option to purchase an additional 5 days' annual leave through salary sacrifice. * Healthcare cover for employees and their children. * Christmas and summer shutdown periods. * On-site counselling support. * Hybrid working following successful probation - 3 days on-site / 2 days working from home. Next Steps For further information, and to apply for this R&D Design Engineer role, please contact Dominic Heron. Visit our website for a full list of opportunities. Expert, confidential recruitment advice. Salary is usually negotiable, salary details listed are to be used as a guide and are based on factors such as your experience and expertise. Skills: design engineer R&D engineer mechanical engineer mechanical design engineer project engineer Benefits: bonus pension hybrid healthcare

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