Fort Vale Engineering Ltd, based in Simonstone are the World Leader in the design and manufacture of Container Tank Equipment.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• knowledge of fundamental engineering theory in mechanical engineering and product design.
• knowledge of 3D CAD modelling systems.
• knowledge and experience of CREO and MathCAD.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and assembly.
• Experience designing / manufacturing pressure equipment to the recognised standards.
• Previous experience dealing directly with customers, preparing technical specifications and presenting proposals.
• Experience in Tooling Design (ideal)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines.
• Ability to produce detailed design calculations.
• Able to have a good understanding of the materials and limitations of the material used in construction.

QUALIFICATION

• An Engineering Degree (ideally mechanical) is highly desirable.
  If you consider yourself to have a disability or special requirements, please give details of any arrangements or adjustments you would require to attend the interview.
  Come be a part of our innovative team and see why Fort Vale is an excellent place to work!
  “Fort Vale seeks to provide a work environment in which all employees are treated with respect and dignity and that is free of harassment, bullying and intimidation based upon age, disability, gender reassignment, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins ad caste), religion or belief, sex (covering both gender-based and sexual harassment) or sexual orientation. The Company operates on a zero-tolerance approach to harassment and bullying of any kind and will not condone or tolerate any form of harassment, bullying or intimidation, whether engaged in by employees or by outside third parties who do business with the Company, such as clients’ customers, contractors and suppliers.”
  

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £42,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free fitness classes
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Transport links

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Burnley BB12 7ND: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In perso

THE ROLE

Design and development of new products, from concept to final approval. Technically support customers and the manufacturing base. Analyse existing products and identify areas to improve product design and reduce costs.
This is 40 hours per week and fully on site.
Monday to Thursday 07:30 am - 16:45 pm and Friday 07:30 to 12:30 pm
The salary is dependant on skills and experience.

MAIN TASKS OF THE ROLE ARE OUTLINED BELOW:

• Undertaking design and engineering analysis and support activity including FEA (dynamic, non linear) on design projects within the department and as a dedicated service.
• Undertake project management for projects as directed by the Design Director.
• Development and detail product design and engineering from conceptual design through to detailed design and manufacturing implementation support as required across a broad spectrum of manufacturing processes and techniques.
• Proficiency with PTC CREO 3D CAD package.
• To perform stress and strain calculations to recognised formula and clearly layout workings within MathCAD.
• To build good working relationships with other departments within Fort Vale.