We have a new exciting role for a Design Engineer for an engineering firm based in Haverhill, Suffolk.

Unlike other design roles, this position is unique due to the varied nature of the role. You will not be limited to just working in a design office, developing CAD drawings. You will also be expected to undertake a degree of project management, liaising with clients throughout the entire project, as well as taking ownership of the CMM programming for the workshop.

Competitive salary available, subject to experience.

Duties include: -
* Work with the CAD/CAM team creating 3D models and Laser/Punch/Press CAM programs in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the client.
* Preparation of drawings, route cards, bill of materials, CAM programs, check lists and identification labels (and amendments to any of these documents as required).
* Provide proactive design and value engineering input and determine the most appropriate manufacturing methods.
* Ensure that procedures and improvement opportunities are documented and followed (e.g. computerised production control system, drawing improvements, etc).
* Follow customer jobs through from order to delivery, including involvement on the shop floor and liaison with production control where necessary.
* Ensure that CAD and CAM programs meet the appropriate quality standards, are to the latest issue and maximise sheet material utilisation and productivity.
* Problem solving and being constructive: Awareness of sales, engineering related shop floor / production issues. Proactive approach to contribute ideas, identify solutions to problems, and implement changes with a can-do attitude.
* Keep up to date with the latest CAD, CAM and Control software as released by the business.
* Liaison with customers, FSM sales and production teams and suppliers on specific job requirements such as technical queries, prototype design and drawing approval.
* Sales support - various (e.g. estimating / order processing / approval drawings / 3D renders / customer visits etc).

This is a role working standard working hours, Monday-Friday. Overtime may be expected if it was required for a specific order.

If you think this role may be of interest but would like some more information, please contact Carl at Prime Appointments. Check out our website for my contact details.

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