Design Engineer (Solidworks) Automobile Industry

Roles and Responsibilities

• To attend job kick off meetings and receive engineering job file from operations coordinator.
• To review and understand the job requirements. (reviewing of both Engineering and Sales files in order to establish the correct input data).
• Discuss the job design input and output requirements and relationship concept and long lead material requirements etc. with Engineering Manager/ Engineering Director.
• To finalize the preliminary general drawings and load calculations and review with Engineering Manager/ Engineering Director.
• To prepare BOQS drawings calculations and other project related documents.
• To communicate with the departments involved in the process to identify and search for the optimum solution in any related problems that may occur (design materials or production)
• To pre-approve Orders for materials as instructed by Engineering Director and to be part of the materials checking process when received if required by the Quality Inspector.
• To attend Inspection and Testing of products on level 2 and 3 projects.
• To provide technical assistance in discussions with customers and suppliers as required by Engineering Director.
• Carry out review of completed jobs and submit brief report to Engineering Manager/ Engineering Director.
• Incorporate changes and as built drawings for closed jobs in the CAD System.
• Attend Engineering Design Review and Production meetings as required.
• Technical assistance to Sales/Estimation departments as assigned by Engineering Manager/ Engineering Director.
• Assistance for Operations department for as built/construction specifications.
  

Desired Candidate Profile

• Possesses a Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Holds a minimum of 4 years of experience in automotive design with a strong emphasis on SolidWorks.
• Demonstrates proficiency in using SolidWorks for 3D modeling 2D drafting and assembly design.
• Exhibits a solid understanding of automotive systems including chassis powertrain and body structures.
• Shows a strong understanding of GD&T principles and their application in design and manufacturing.
• Possesses excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex design issues and propose effective solutions.
• Has prior experience working in a fast-paced high-pressure automotive engineering environment.
• Displays a proactive approach to learning and staying current with the latest automotive technologies and design trends.