SKILLS:

• Good working knowledge of CATIA
• Experience in component or tooling design
• Understand technical drawings, ideally laminate drawings too
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Good understanding of composite manufacture
• A flexible approach and strong time management / prioritizing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The business is in the process of introducing CATIA as its main CAD programme and requires a committed Design Engineer with a good working knowledge of CATIA to help this growing department move forward.
Principally the Design Engineers are responsible for designing tooling that is sympathetic to the manufacture of composite components. The Design staff are required to manage all CAD data in and out of the company and ensure files are up to date and stored correctly. The Design Engineers will be in direct communication with departments to discuss ideas and resolve tooling issues.