Jobs in Southport, england, uk

Design and Development EngineerAs a key member of the Design and Development Engineering team, reporting to the Head of Product Design and Development, you will be responsible for the design of new products and maintenance of existing product portfolios. By engaging with Customer Services and Customers to understand their real and perceived needs, and working in collaboration with other Unipart teams, you will drive the LED Signalling Product Technology roadmap and support continued business growth. You will be based at the Southport site but work cross functionally with the Engineering team across the Division. A blended / hybrid working arrangement is available for this role.Main Responsibilities :

• Create innovative solutions to complex design issues as part of the product definition and design cycle
• In-depth knowledge and experience of PCB design, layout and manufacture
• Conduct product safety analysis to SIL 3 as required
• Develop electronic product and component designs using both analogue and digital electronic design as well as possessing an excellent knowledge of embedded software (PIC and C).
• Produce general LED PCB layouts and schematics
• Work in collaboration with engineers across the application development and engineering teams (mechanical and electronics engineers) to produce cost-effective, reliable design solutions
• Work within the New Product Development (NPD) gated process to successfully deliver products to the right specification and timeframes ensuring complete customer satisfaction
• Undertaking modifications to existing products in line with customer requests through the Engineering Change Request (ECR) process
• To prepare cost and schedule estimates giving appropriate consideration to technical risks
• Perform qualification testing of products and validation and produce test equipment specifications
• Undertake tasks in accordance with the engineering key performance indicators (quality, cost and delivery)
• Create, update and control technical drawings and documentation
• Strong design review and document checking abilities
• Demonstrate a full understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Reliability (PFMEA, RAMS, Gauge R&R) processes
• Design concepts and undertake preparatory work for new product development
• Attend customer meetings (internally and externally) as required
• Liaise with procurement and external suppliers for tooling, component and sub-assembly requirements
• Lead and contribute towards engineering projects as required using appropriate project management tools and Engineering trackers and gate processes
• Embrace the Unipart Way suite of lean tools and techniques to support day to day operations and monitoring of KPI’s
• Work in a safe manner, taking reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other people at work, following appropriate Health and Safety guidance, training and company rules and procedures as appropriate.Essential criteria :
• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronics Engineering
• Expertise in both analogue and digital electronic design as well as possessing an excellent knowledge of embedded software (PIC and C).
• Working knowledge of Engineering design systems (Autocad / Cadstar / eCadstar) and design rules
• Experience in product design lifecycle – from concept to introduction into manufacturing (ideally in a safety critical industry)
• Experience in component obsolescence management
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to liaise with customers to understand technical requirements
• Strong customer focus
• Passion for producing innovative design solutionsDesirable criteria :
• Experience / knowledge of rail industry standards, SMD LED technology / optical design
• Product safety knowledge EN 50128, EN 50129
• Project Management Experience highly desirableBenefits
• Competitive salary
• Pension and death in service provisions for employees in pension scheme
• 25 Days Hols (plus Bank Holidays)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Health and Wellbeing Initiatives
• Employee offers and discounts from various retailers
• Cycle to work scheme, recognition events and rewards
• Free car parking
• Blended / hybrid working availableWho are we?Unipart Dorman is a leading UK manufacturer of LED solutions for rail and traffic signalling and hazard warning lights, and its name is recognised globally for quality and innovation. The organisation is part of Unipart Rail who provide the most comprehensive portfolio of products, services and solutions available for the rail industry, using its deep expertise in continuous improvement processes to support its customers in the development of the railway system.As a valued employee of Unipart Rail, you can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and also world class status in employee engagement.Join us today and start to work the Unipart Way.Location : SouthportContract Type : PermanentHours : Full time, 37 hours per weekSalary : Up to £45,000 (depending on experience)Benefits : 25 days holiday + statutory Bank Holidays, DC pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance ProgrammeYou may also have experience in the following : Design Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Manager, Engineer, Project Management, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, Mechanical Bias, Electro-Mechanical, Electrical Bias, Technical Lead, CAD, etcREF-(Apply online only)