Senior Design Engineer

SUMMARY:
Our client, a leader in engineering innovation, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Design Engineer with a strong mechanical background to join their team.
If you are passionate about developing cutting-edge products, thrive in a collaborative environment, and excel in applying advanced engineering principles, this is the perfect role for you!

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will lead the design and development of innovative products, ensuring technical excellence from concept to production. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, customised solutions that meet both technical and customer requirements.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably Mechanical Engineering) or equivalent tertiary qualification.
• Minimum 5 ears experience within a similar role.
• Demonstrating proficiency in CAD software, such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and CATIA.
• Strong foundation in engineering principles.
• Previous exposure to vehicle design and functional requirements.
• Good understanding of mechanical systems, strength of materials, and production methods.
• Must have experience in the Manufacturing or Automotive industry.

• Results driven.
• Analytical and strategic thinking.
• Easy adaptable.
• Working under pressure.
• Dynamic and energetic personality.

• Applying engineering expertise to the design and development of planned product features.
• Developing quality customised solutions from concept to production based on customer specifications and Program Department requests.
• Collaborating with suppliers, sub-contractors, and cross-functional teams to ensure that projects meet technical specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Integrating materials, methods, and tools necessary to bring new products to the company portfolio.
• Completing engineering projects on time and to a high-quality standard by organising and controlling project elements.
• Leading the design and development of innovative products and solutions as a Senior Design Engineer.

• Designing and developing a product or product family in line with global standards.
• Coordinating all documentation and testing required for a product release.
• Coordinating prototype builds internally and externally.
• Developing innovative feature solutions within compressed timelines.
• Performing additional duties as assigned, such as material sourcing and selection.
• Assigning part numbers, managing part and feature approvals, and maintaining documentation related to the PLM system.
• Handling PPAP/PSW approval and submission for new projects from supplier to end customer.

• Determining project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards; completing technical studies and preparing cost estimates.
• Confirming product performance by designing and conducting tests.
• Participating in regular project review meetings conducted both internally and externally.
• Contributing to supplier monitoring and selection processes.
• Controlling part and feature costs.

• Having exposure to vehicle design, potential failure mode analysis, and functional requirements.
• Understanding the strengths of materials, stress analysis, and engineering design fundamentals.
• Demonstrating a general understanding of mechanical systems.
• Possessing a strong foundation in engineering principles.
• Relying on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.

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