Lead Design Engineer

Department: Engineering

Location: Sunderland

Description


Our Business


Fairport Tunnelling Technologies (FTT) became a newly established division of Fairport Engineering Limited in 2021. Fairport Engineering Limited have now been acquired by pxGroup and as a result FTT has now become pxFairport.

We are an Engineering and Projects Delivery business specialising in the design, installation, management and consultancy of bulk material handling systems across a number of sectors, with specific expertise in tunnelling, aggregates and ports. With long standing industry expertise, our recent history includes successfully delivering projects in the UK, Europe and Asian markets.


The Opportunity

The primary purpose of the Lead Design Engineer role is to take ownership of all design outputs and deliverables on allocated project(s). This includes coordinating the scheme 3D model, managing equipment interfaces, and producing technical documentation such as drawings, 3D models, and manufacture packs. The Lead Design Engineer is also responsible for ensuring quality and consistency of outputs by supervising, advising, and checking the work of Design Engineers on allocated project(s).


Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of equipment, systems, and schemes to the specified brief.
• Lead the production of 3D models and technical drawings, ensuring compliance with company CAD standards and design procedures.
• Lead the production of technical documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Manage drawings, models, bill of materials, and technical documents using company systems.
• Ensure design outputs (designs, drawings, documentation, etc.) on allocated project(s) meet project specifications, relevant standards, and regulatory requirements.
  
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• HNC in relevant design or engineering discipline, or equivalent
• Previous experience as a Design Engineer, with experience in material handling.
• Excellent knowledge of bulk material handling, conveyor systems, and associated equipment.
• Good 3D CAD software knowledge (Autodesk Inventor or Revit preferred).
• Excellent knowledge of technical drawing and drafting standards (BS 8888).
• Excellent understanding of the design process, and its associated documentation.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes associated with heavy fabrication.
  
  
  

Benefits

What you will receive from us:
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Contribution towards eye test and glasses
Online company discount benefits site including cinema tickets and gym membership discount
Long Service Awards
Employee recognition scheme - ELITE Awards
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible Benefits Package
Onsite parking

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.



Please note this role may close early or be extended depending on the volume of applications.