Design Engineer

Job Description:

We have a new vacancy for a Design Engineer to be based at our site in Shipley, Bradford.

About CMbE

CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMbE) designs, develops, and manufactures high-performance metal forming and finishing machinery for the production of beverage, food, and aerosol cans.  With our commitment to innovation and precision engineering, it is an exciting time to join our business. CMbE offers you the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in an expanding industry.

Your mission in CMbE

The Design Engineer will be supporting the development and industrialisation of Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) designed by CMB's industrial partner. Working as part of a small multidisciplinary team, the role will involve responsibility for modifying and improving existing machine designs to meet safety compliance, manufacturability, usability and cost targets. They will create and develop mechanical component designs, support prototype builds and product trials, and work collaboratively with Electrical Engineering colleagues to integrate sensors, PCBs and other devices before the machines enter mass production.

They will work closely with Electrical Engineering teams to support the integration of electromechanical components, contribute to prototype builds and design verification activities, and ensure designs meet performance, quality and manufacturing requirements. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate and improve existing designs to enhance safety, manufacturability, usability and cost-effectiveness.

Strong planning and organisational skills are essential, to manage priorities and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment. They will also be a collaborative team player, capable of working effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver successful project outcomes.

About you
The ideal candidate will be degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline and have experience working to project budgets while identifying opportunities for cost reduction and continuous improvement. Strong communication, planning and organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to interpret technical information, manage priorities effectively and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver successful project outcomes.

They will be confident in producing high-quality CAD models and manufacturing documentation, while effectively interpreting and communicating technical information to a variety of stakeholders. The successful candidate will be proficient in 3D CAD software, ideally SolidWorks, Siemens NX or similar, and capable of producing accurate 2D manufacturing drawings and technical documentation.

What CMbE Offers You

• The opportunity to build a career in a multi-cultural environment
• To be rewarded fairly and promoted based on merit and performance  
• Professional and personal development through training and work experiences 
• Strong engagement and commitment to the safety of our employees

Join us and become part of an international team of professionals across the Crown packaging group who are passionate about precision engineering, can making machinery and sustainable packaging!