Title:  Senior Design Engineer

THE ROLE

Primetals Technologies are looking for someone to join their Engineering department in their Christchurch office. This department is responsible for providing an engineering service for the company in either an individual capacity or as part of a team, normally supervising others.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and coordinating the technical content of projects and products, ensuring that all project objectives are met. This will include supervising an in-house team of multi-disciplined engineers and the output of additional Primetals offices or subcontract resources.

Project responsibilities include on-time, on-budget project execution,  activity planning and progress monitoring, technical output quality and functional suitability of designs, resource control, product standardisation, health and safety and compliance.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produce technically compliant and cost-effective design documentation; drawings, specifications, schedules, calculations, manuals etc. for a specific area/equipment and meet project requirements and company operating procedures / statutory obligations.
• Ensure that the design and documentation of equipment is produced to the required standards, within budget and agreed time scales.
• Support and supervise other engineers assigned to the same area/equipment to ensure they are producing technically compliant and cost-effective design documentation; drawings, specifications, schedules, calculations, manuals etc. and meet project requirements and company operating procedures / statutory obligations.
• Ensure that team members comply with the company operating procedures and statutory obligations. Participate in project Design & Safety Reviews, Risk Assessments etc.
• Report to the departmental manager and project engineer / manager on all matters relating to the project.
• Participate in customer meetings and training, both on site and in the office
• Provide technical support to ensure that equipment is manufactured, tested, installed, and commissioned in accordance with the design and operational requirements, either from the office or at site
• Develop, maintain and cultivate relationships with Clients, Suppliers and Sub Contractors to ensure successful execution of the project and future business

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Substantial design experience and knowledge of the relevant technology area (Process machinery)
• Experience in machine design and drafting
• Experience of function within large projects including installation and start-up and commissioning
• Ability to be able to communicate on both technical and non-technical issues.
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities for self and others.
• Experience of managing budgets
• IT literate with all department and business system tools, especially AutoCad and 3D engineering design software
• Experience of project engineering and the project lifecycle from sales through to installation/commissioning from a specific disciplined engineering view.
• Experience of team management during project execution, both office based, and site based.
• Must be able to solve problems quickly and positively. Take an active part in the decision making of the engineering team.

WHY WORK FOR PRIMETALS TECHNOLOGIES?

Our values are the foundation of culture and ways of working for all employees across Primetals.  We believe individuals should take ownership of their work and are empowered to deliver solutions to be effective in what we do. As a global business, there is a strong need to work together, and we respect each other views and opinions

Benefits of working for us;

• Flexible and hybrid working (office working Tue – Thur, home working Mon & Fri)
• Bespoke personal development plans
• Support with further education and qualifications (where relevant)
• Annual Chartership fees covered
• The chance to work, contribute and develop within a global leader in their market.
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Matched pension up to 10%
• Benefit allowance to spend on streaming subscriptions, green space memberships or health care.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Must have current UK Driving License, as well as the right to live and work in the UK and travel internationally without restrictions, possibly at short notice.

ABOUT PRIMETALS TECHNOLOGIES

Primetals Technologies is a joint venture of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and partners. We are operating globally with a world-class product portfolio to guarantee excellence in metals production across the entire value chain - from the raw materials to the finished product. This includes fully integrated technology, automation and environmental solutions, high-end manufacturing capability and comprehensive life-cycle services. For our customers, this means that they can count on long-term, reliable and dedicated support to master the challenges facing the metals market today and in the future.

Together, we meet the commitments of quality, sustainability and performance at every step along the production route.

Welcome to the future of metals, today.