Lead Project Design Engineer

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A4 Plus are in a period of growth and taking on new projects. We are therefore looking for a new team member to join us on the next stage of our journey. Founded in 1990, A4 Plus Limited is a Design Consultancy providing mechanical design expert at our fully equipped design studio/workshop facility.

We are looking for an experienced Lead Project Design Engineer to join the team. As well as a flare for mechanical design, we want someone who will enjoy working on varied and unique projects, interacting with our customers, and providing a high-quality service to them. 

We are a small team, and therefore you will play an important role in business. Your opinion will be required, valued and encouraged.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conceptualising Engineering solutions based upon client needs
  • Creative problem solving and concept design generation backed up by calculation/ analysis/reporting/ CAD Simulation
  • To provide design and detailing/drawing expertise, working alone on design and detailing orientated tasks whilst managing others in the design team that may be assigned to assist you with any given project.
  • Checking CAD Models and Drawings for conformance to project requirement/client standards
  • Be the face of A4 Plus when communicating with clients and potential customers;
  • Record and store all work related documents accurately in line with company policy;

Person specifications:

  • Multi-disciplined project management experience – Mechanical, Electrical, Control Automation
  • Able to manage multiple projects at once and QC work from others who have supported;
  • Proficient in SolidWorks – Inventor and AutoCAD would also be an advantage;
  • Thrive in a fast paced environment that is constantly gaining different projects;
  • Proactively solve problems and find solutions when working on projects and for the business in general;
  • HNC/HND desirable
  • Driven by quality and precision
  • Attention to detail
  • Commutable distance from March, Cambridgeshire and this is an office based role

Desired Technical knowledge:

  • FEA knowledge
  • GD&T
  • Automation

The nitty gritty details:

  • Salary of up to £45,000 per year
  • Free parking on site
  • Extra days holiday days for long serving staff
  • A modern and open plan design studio with hardware/software and kitchen facilities

 

Permanent
24 August 2021
Mechanical Design Engineer
Up to £45,000