Design Engineer

Location: Birmingham

Job type: 2 year contract

Rate: £35p/h- £45p/h limited *OUTSIDE IR35* - depending one experience

**Flexibility for contractors staying away and ability to work a 4 day week**

Orion are looking for a Design Engineer for an innovative manufacturing business who supply into defence, automotive, marine and other sectors.

Design Engineer Responsibilities:

• Work from customer requirements through to design, testing, and production, collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Design components for challenging environments, considering pressure, temperature, and fluid compatibility.
• Produce 3D models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks, applying BS8888 and GD&T.
• Run calculations, create test plans, and validate designs through FEA, CFD, and physical testing.

Design Engineer Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Marine Engineering.
• 5 - 10 years’ experience, ideally with valves, hydraulics, or fluid systems.
• Strong skills in design, materials selection, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with APQP, FMEA, 8D, and other quality/process tools.

If you like the look of this Design Engineer role, then click and apply or if you would like further information, please contact Katie Maisey at Orion Electrotech Aylesbury. (url removed)

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