Design Engineer (Solidworks) - Automobile Industry

Roles and ResponsibilitiesTo attend job kick off meetings and receive engineering job file from operations coordinator.To review and understand the job requirements. (reviewing of both Engineering and Sales files in order to establish the correct input data).Discuss the job, design input and output requirements and relationship, concept and long lead material requirements etc. with Engineering Manager/ Engineering Director.To finalize the preliminary general drawings and load calculations and review with Engineering Manager/ Engineering Director.To prepare BOQ’S, drawings, calculations, and other project related documents.To communicate with the departments involved in the process, to identify and search for the optimum solution in any related problems that may occur (design, materials or production)To pre-approve Orders for materials as instructed by Engineering Director and to be part of the materials checking process when received if required by the Quality Inspector.To attend Inspection and Testing of products on level 2 and 3 projects.To provide technical assistance in discussions with customers and suppliers as required by Engineering Director.Carry out review of completed jobs and submit brief report to Engineering Manager/ Engineering Director.Incorporate changes and as built drawings for closed jobs in the CAD System.Attend Engineering, Design Review and Production meetings as required.Technical assistance to Sales/Estimation departments as assigned by Engineering Manager/ Engineering Director.Assistance for Operations department for as built/construction specifications.Desired Candidate ProfilePossesses a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.Holds a minimum of 4 years of experience in automotive design, with a strong emphasis on SolidWorks.Demonstrates proficiency in using SolidWorks for 3D modeling, 2D drafting, and assembly design.Exhibits a solid understanding of automotive systems, including chassis, powertrain, and body structures.Shows a strong understanding of GD&T principles and their application in design and manufacturing.Possesses excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex design issues and propose effective solutions.Has prior experience working in a fast-paced, high-pressure automotive engineering environment.Displays a proactive approach to learning and staying current with the latest automotive technologies and design trends.