designing and implementing cost-effective equipment modifications to help improve safety and reliability
developing a project specification with colleagues, often including those from other engineering disciplines
developing, testing and evaluating theoretical designs
discussing and solving complex problems with manufacturing departments, sub-contractors, suppliers and customers
making sure a product can be made reliably and will perform consistently in specified operating environments
managing projects using engineering principles and techniques
planning and designing new production processes
producing details of specifications and outline designs
recommending modifications following prototype test results
using research, analytical, conceptual and planning skills, particularly mathematical modelling and computer-aided design

a high level of technical and scientific knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to practical problems
good oral communication skills and confidence in dealing with a range of people, including clients, contractors, designers, directors and plant operators
precise and concise written communication skills
the ability to work well within a team
IT skills, particularly computer-aided design
creative ability

Industrial company engaged in the production of stationery and office and engineering