Design Engineer Solidworks

This Design Engineer role comes with some project management responsibilities. The role is a fantastic opportunity to become an integral part of a progressive, family-owned SME based in Shrewsbury. The company are seeking a hardworking, enthusiastic and reliable individual with good communication abilities, capable of meeting specific deadlines and standards with efficiency, when working independently or as part of the team. The Role: The company are a market leader in their sector offering a competitive salary, support and career opportunities. Within this role you will be responsible for leading the design team, creating technical drawings for clients and suppliers alongside providing technical direction/supervision and support to colleagues, fabricators, sub-contractors and clients for the installation of steel canopies and outdoor structures. Key Tasks and responsibilities: * Utilise CAD software to create detailed designs and engineering drawings. * Coordinate and work with external designers. * Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance to ensure specification and efficiencies are considered for both manufacturing and installation. * Offer technical telephone support to fitters as required. * Attend remote pre-start and other meetings via Teams Requirements: * Strong 3D CAD skills for developing 3D designs, assemblies, and engineering drawings to approved standard for in house and external customers plus visualisations and BOMs etc * Certified in SolidWorks or an equivalent software. * Some Project management experience * Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite. * Ability to collaborate with colleagues and engage with customers and suppliers across all levels * Able to prioritise tasks effectively and perform under pressure within tight deadlines. * Quick learner, adept at acquiring new skills and adapting to new computer systems promptly. * Experience in identifying problems and identifying solutions in technical and business areas. * Proven experience in design engineering with strong portfolio showcasing successful projects * Construction/steel fabrication related background * Driving Licence * Prepared to travel as required Additional tasks: * Carry out site surveys on schools and other public buildings across the UK * New product development Desirable Skills / Experience: * SSSTS / SMSTS * DBS * CSCS qualified * Mechanical Engineering Masters degree In return, as Design Engineer you will receive a salary of between £45k to £50k per annum. Hours of work are Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm (flexibility will be needed to support site activity and some travelling)