Textron Specialized Vehicles

Design Engineer role focused on mechanical product design, CAD, FEA, engineering documentation, testing and design-for-manufacture for turf-care equipment.About UsTextron Specialized Vehicles are a global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, side-by-sides, all-terrain vehicles, professional turf-care equipment, and ground support equipment.At Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd, we design and manufacture professional turf-care equipment under the brands of Ransomes and Jacobsen. Our mission is to be the premier supplier of high-quality and environmentally conscious turf equipment, providing superior performance for our customers. From prestigious championship golf courses to the World Cup, for more than a century, the most important turf in the world has been manicured by our brand.About the RoleThis is a full-time role based at our manufacturing facility in Ipswich, Suffolk.As a Design Engineer I, you will support the delivery of high-quality mechanical design work across a range of projects. Working under the guidance of senior-engineering staff, you will contribute to the development of reliable, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions that meet performance targets and regulatory requirements.Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Produce mechanical designs that meet defined technical, performance, reliability, and cost requirements;Create and maintain accurate engineering documentation, including drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, and supporting technical publications in line with the Engineering Change process;Apply best-practice design principles and utilise in-house standards, approved reference materials, and standard components wherever appropriate;Ensure all designs are practical, efficient, and cost-effective to manufacture by working closely with Manufacturing and Production teams;Ensure designs are developed in context, maintaining compatibility with adjacent components, assemblies, and wider system architectures;Perform component-level CAE/FEA analyses to support design decisions, verify performance, and identify opportunities for improvement;Integrate mistake-proofing, clear visual guidance, or simplified features into designs to reduce the potential for assembly errors or rework;Collaborate with other Engineers and internal departments when implementing new design concepts or engineering approaches;Interpret and incorporate relevant industry standards, directives, and regulatory requirements into product designs;Support the engineering team in ensuring all documentation and designs comply with applicable quality and safety expectations;Assist in the development of test plans and validation activities to ensure key design elements and performance objectives are met;Support testing activities as required, including preparing test articles, reviewing results, and contributing to design refinements.About YouAs a Design Engineer I, we would ask you bring the following skills and experience:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an Engineering discipline, ideally Mechanical Engineering.Experience designing with a range of materials, including steels, plastics and alloys.Exposure to engineering development processes such as prototyping, testing, or design-for-manufacture desirable.Knowledge of DFME and PFMEA.Proficiency in CAD software (NX preferred) required.Familiarity with FEA tools, ideally ANSYS, to support basic analysis and validation activities.Hands-on approach, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to take design concepts through to medium-volume production.Self-motivated, capable of working independently toward defined objectives with minimal supervision.Strong attention to detail, with proven problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to engineering tasks.An interest in expanding knowledge across wider mechanical engineering disciplines as part of professional development.Why us?Work life balance promoted with every other Friday off;30 days annual leave;Competitive rate of pay, reviewed annually;Enhanced Company pension;Life assurance of four times your annual salary;Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family;Access to Textron University’s self-service training platform;Eye care scheme;Discounts on gym memberships, shopping and travel through Perks at Work;Onsite golf course and football pitch;Winter flu vaccination voucher.

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Graduate IT Analyst role supporting application development, IT infrastructure, AI, business intelligence, end-user support and technology projects within a global manufacturing organisation.About UsTextron Specialized Vehicles are a global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, side-by-sides, all-terrain vehicles, professional turf-care equipment, and ground support equipment.At Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd, we design and manufacture professional turf-care equipment under the brands of Ransomes and Jacobsen. Our mission is to be the premier supplier of high-quality and environmentally conscious turf equipment, providing superior performance for our customers. From prestigious championship golf courses to the World Cup, for more than a century, the most important turf in the world has been manicured by our brand.We recognise that our success, and future success, is tied directly to our people. We are looking to welcome a Graduate IT Analyst to join our journey in delivering perfectly groomed turf.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a graduate to begin their IT career within a global organisation. Working alongside the local IT team, which supports a number of international locations, the successful candidate will gain experience across a wide range of IT disciplines, including application development, business intelligence, artificial intelligence, and end-user support.The role also provides exposure to local and global projects, offering opportunities to work with the wider Textron Specialized Vehicles and Textron Enterprise IT teams while developing both technical and professional skills in a supportive environment.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Providing support for existing web applications and developing and maintaining new applications as required;Performing program testing and supporting users with acceptance testing as needed;Assisting with AI initiatives to drive adoption throughout the business, including supporting the development, testing, and deployment of AI-enabled solutions and tools;Assisting with business intelligence (BI) activities, including reporting and data model support across multiple source systems;Managing the purchase of IT equipment and software through approved channels;Provisioning, deploying, and supporting company mobile phones;Creating and distributing the monthly IT Newsletter.Staying current with emerging technologies and system enhancements, and making recommendations for improvements and implementation opportunities based on research and analysis;Performing break/fix analyses and recommending solutions for related processes;Working across functional and technical teams as needed to support the daily operations of the department;Providing first and second-line support for IT systems and applications as required;Maintaining technical documentation and contributing to knowledge-sharing within the IT team;Participating in continuous improvement initiatives and IT-related project activities.QualificationsEducated to degree level or equivalent in Computer Science or a related discipline;;Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript;Experience with modern web development technologies, including:TypeScript;React;Next.js;PostgreSQL and SQL;Database design and management.Familiarity with development tools and platforms such as:Visual Studio Code;Git and version control practices;Azure DevOps;Azure App Services;CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.Exposure to Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and concepts;Business Intelligence (BI) exposure preferred;Excellent communication skills;Willingness to travel occasionally on business, when required;Good interpersonal/customer service skills;Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team;A willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing business requirements.What we Offer:Work life balance promoted with every other Friday off;30 days annual leave;Competitive rate of pay, reviewed annually;Enhanced Company pension;Life assurance of four times your annual salary;Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family;Access to Textron University’s self-service training platform;Eye care scheme;Discounts on gym memberships, shopping and travel through Perks at Work;Onsite golf course and football pitch;Winter flu vaccination voucher.

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