Design Engineer
The role will report directly into the Engineering Manager, the role will require multiple projects to run concurrently and meet customer deadlines.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop new bespoke baling machinery from concept to delivery, including all hydraulic and electrical system design. Whilst based in Dungannon projects are wide ranging geographically and the successful candidate will be expected to operate with a large degree of autonomy.
The Job:
- Develop initial concept drawings/models for customers.
- Evolve concept designs into detailed designs incorporating mechanical, hydraulic and electrical features.
- Create detailed engineering drawings for manufacture.
- Amend existing designs for bespoke customer changes.
- Manage customer queries through the project.
- Liaise with manufacturing team to ensure projects run to schedule.
- Maintain technical specifications and user documentation.
- Completion of BOMs.
- Manage engineering deliverables to project schedule.
- Traveling to site to oversee and complete installations and commissioning.
- Assist aftersales team with troubleshooting hydraulic/mechanical/electrical issues.
The Person:
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)or possess significant relevant experience
- At least 3 years’ experience in heavy engineering design role
- 2D and 3D modelling experience (AutoCAD / Solidworks)
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Excellent people and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of DFM
- Logical thinker with good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Flexibility to travel
- Driving Licence
(Desirable)
- Experience of PDM system (Pulse)
- Hydraulic experience
- Electrical understanding
Skills Required
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline, or significant relevant experience
- At least 3 years of experience in a heavy engineering design role
- 2D and 3D modeling experience using AutoCAD or SolidWorks
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and people skills
- Understanding of design for manufacture (DFM)
- Logical thinking, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills
- Flexibility to travel
- Valid driving license
- Experience with a PDM system, preferably Pulse
- Hydraulic experience
- Electrical understanding
What We Do
CK International designs and manufactures balers and compactors that help businesses manage recyclable materials and reduce waste. Its product range includes vertical and horizontal balers, static and portable compactors, and bespoke waste-handling systems. The company also offers servicing, spare parts, technical advice, and distributor support after installation. Its stated mission is to engineer practical, high-quality compaction solutions that deliver customer value and encourage better waste and recycling practices.
