Design Engineer

Kone

The Role

Overview

Provide technical sales support and engineering solutions for elevator projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • solution engineering
  • material procurement
  • traffic analysis
  • site surveys
  • drawing management
  • project planning

Tasks

-Organizes the purchasing of the required materials. -To carry out traffic analysis as required. -Supports the Salesperson by analysing customers’ technical needs and develops proposals outlining how KONE’s products and services can provide clear solutions to meet these needs. -Attend meetings and co-ordinate with project design team (Developers, architects, main contractors, and structural and consulting engineers). -To provide all in house engineering and technical advice across the product and process range. -Makes the material specifications for KONE and local material. Checks and updates the specification based on contract and variations. -Ensures that the proposed solution fulfils the codes, regulations, and safety requirements. -Provides technical and costing support for the sales process. -Customer contact for technical questions. May participate in planning / specification meetings with contractors, architects, and owners. -To control costs and have a financial understanding of each project worked on. -Arranges and completes the project handover process to Operations team. -Organizes the order process and documentation. -Accountable for solution engineering. -Manages the drawing and related documents. -Coordinates specifications and delivery times with the Supply Line, Sourcing, or local subcontractors. -Accountable for technical site surveys. -To create a plan for each project and ensure the project runs to schedule.

Requirements

  • revit
  • navisworks
  • autocad
  • mechanical engineering
  • iso
  • communication

What You Bring

-Previous experience of elevator industry and capability to survey and assess existing equipment is desirable. -Adherence to company ISO procedures. -Revit & Navisworks experience is desirable. -Must have excellent communication skills. -Must be customer focused with excellent attention to detail. -Engineering / technical background (Diploma/Degree in mechanical engineering preferable) or equivalent lift engineering experience. -Basic AutoCAD experience. Although training will be made available. -IT literacy. Fluent in Microsoft Office 365.

The Company

About Kone

-Specializes in the design, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance of elevators and escalators. -Focuses on making the flow of people in and between buildings smoother, more efficient, and sustainable. -Known for its innovative solutions like the KONE UltraRope and KONE Destination Control System. -A key player in both new construction and modernization projects, ensuring safety, energy efficiency, and reliability. -Typically involved in landmark projects like airports, office towers, shopping centers, and residential complexes. -Committed to technological advancements, including smart building solutions and predictive maintenance.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Industrial

Buildings

Government