Job Description

As a Design Engineer with SDC Trailers, you will develop ideas for new products and production systems. You'll also improve the performance and efficiency of existing products.

Candidates will ideally be educated to degree standard. However candidates with other qualifications and good experience in the field of engineering design will also be able to achieve design engineer status within SDC.

To succeed in this role you need:

Strong problem-solving skills

Strong team player, approachable and demonstrating a flexible style to achieving a project plan.

Practical "hand's on" approach

A sound knowledge of 2&3D CAD software, ideally the Autodesk products

A sound knowledge of MS office products

A sound knowledge of in house computer system required for your role

A good understanding of mathematical and FEA analysis of design stresses/loadings

A good understating of fatigue stress and induced stress

Have a good grasp of engineering and design principles

An understanding of SDC's manufacturing processes and construction methods for trailers

An comprehensive awareness of the customers implied and stated needs

Willingness to work outside normal hours to complete jobs

An awareness of the cost impact of design ideas.

Excellent communication skills

Produce high quality designs - consistently

Be honest, punctual and dependable

Be aware of all company policies regarding Health and safety

Know your limits and seek advice/guidance from peers when necessary

Your duties are likely to include:

Design - turning research ideas into detailed designs for production.

Re-engineering designs to make them more production friendly to gain valuable manufacturing time.

Reporting - writing or presenting engineering reports on various area's of design

Producing production specifications and engineering drawings

Be versed in all relevant trailer legislation

Be versed in all "good practice" standards with respect to trailer safety and design

Mentoring junior design engineers

Sharing your design experience in design review meetings to ensure the customer gets the best solution

Much of your work will be computer-based, working in the engineering office.

You may be required do some travelling to meet sales personnel/customers.

SDC Trailers is an equal opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Appointment will be made on merit only.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: DE/07/25