Design Engineer - Mechanical in Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
JOB TITLE: Design Engineer - Mechanical
LOCATION: Derby
SALARY: £320-350 Per Day (Ltd)
THE CLIENT
My Derby based client is currently recruiting for a Design Engineer - Mechanical for an initial 6 month contract but this is more than likely to be longer. The client are a multinational leader in providing state-of-the-art software-based signalling, communication and control systems that enable the operation of trains in mainline and mass transit systems across the world.
THE ROLE
* Working as part of a close-knit team the Installation Design Engineer will have an area of specialism and a wide knowledge of our industry especially in regard to retrofitting train control systems.
* The Installation Design Engineer will work within the on-board train fitment design team to ensure the installation design engineering requirements on the project are correctly captured and delivered.
* Will play a key role in delivering in-house design solutions for retrofit design projects.
* Will take an active role in liaison with third-party design companies to ensure commonality of designs is achieved.
ABOUT YOU
* In depth practical knowledge and experience of designing the retro-fitment installation of train systems, in particular ETCS, TPWS, AWS, GSM-R, Wi-Fi, CCTV and DAS.
* The application design of standard hardware in an on-train environment and documentation of the application design for train carried systems.
* Ability to understand and capture installation design requirements (specifications, scenarios, rules, etc.) relating to the subsystem.
* Previous experience of using Solid Edge 3D CAD system.
* Ability to produce 3D CAD models of all areas of the vehicle.
* Ability to design equipment mounting brackets/supports.
* Ability to produce manufacturing and assembly drawings to exact standards and quality.
* Experience of leading/participating in vehicle surveys to ensure sufficient information is gathered to facilitate the production of installation designs.
* Awareness of depot procedures and site safety.
* An understanding of the approvals process required to modify a train and bring it back into service.
* Read and review requirements, creating written comments and attending reviews as required.
* Review engineering data for completeness and consistency.
* Review product installation designs to ensure adherence to guidelines and installation constraints
* Previous experience in application designs for maintenance.
* Previous experience in liaising with subcontractors throughout the whole project lifecycle.
* Experience of working to industry quality and safety standards.
Desirable:
* Specific knowledge of implementing ETCS and/or CBTC systems and GSM-R systems
* Proven track record in working in major Sub-contract environments
* Previous experience of using MicroStation CAD system
* Previous experience of using AutoCAD CAD system
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