Custom Projects Design Engineer - Manual HandlingAstec Europe • Omagh, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Custom Projects Design Engineer - Manual Handling
Astec Europe
- Omagh, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
- Omagh, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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Custom Projects Design Engineer - Manual Handling
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Astec Europe
Job Description
Location: Astec Industries Europe Limited, 3 Bankmore Way East
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Astec Industries is a $1bn NASDAQ listed company and a market‑leading brand supplying equipment to the asphalt, concrete, aggregate, recycling, road building, ports and mining sectors. Since 1972, Astec has connected communities by providing innovative rock‑to‑road solutions for our customers. The company boasts world‑celebrated brands such as Peterson grinders, JCI KPI, Telsmith, Telestack and Osborne mining products, combining their centuries of experience under the trusted Astec brand. In 2014, Astec purchased the Telestack business and its facilities at Omagh. In 2019 Astec invested £5m in an additional manufacturing plant at the Doogary site to expand the Telestack brand and to begin production of crushing and screening equipment. A further £5m investment is underway to expand the facility, enabling Astec to grow its crushing and screening business in Europe and to remain one of Omagh’s largest private employers with over 200 team members.
About The Role
We are now looking to fulfil the role of a
Custom Projects Design Engineer – Material Handling .
Under the general supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Custom Projects Engineer is responsible for design efforts from inception through production in new project development.
This position will focus on
Material Handling Equipment
for the aggregate industry such as tracked conveyors, hopper feeders, truck unloaders and telescopic stackers.
The successful candidate will work in collaboration with other engineers and cross‑functional teams not limited to sales, manufacturing, purchasing and service. They will develop conceptual and final design solutions, manage and coordinate project activities, support existing product offerings and perform testing or analysis of new and existing products to further Astec’s product line development goals.
The preferred site location is Omagh, Northern Ireland.
You will be trained to industry best practice standards and work with leading technologies and software. We offer very competitive pay and benefits including bonuses, health coverage, life insurance, local gym discounts, perks discount cards, full cycle‑to‑work schemes and more. We have a purpose‑driven culture that is powered by clear and transparent communication. We encourage feedback, and it is through this engagement and trust that loyalty grows. We believe in investing in our people and encouraging career progression.
Be part of our growth story!
About The Company
The Telestack Story
Telestack serves the quarrying and aggregate, mining, port and terminal sectors, designing and manufacturing equipment from its headquarters in Omagh. Operating across two nearby sites, Telestack has grown extensively and employs people across many disciplines ranging from engineering (design, mechanical, electrical) to manufacturing, fabrication, quality, supply chain, project management, aftermarket and product support, sales, marketing, finance, HR and IT. The company’s transactions and brand reputation have grown substantially, making it one of the key private employers in the locality.
Utilising industry‑leading software and technologies, Telestack has a track record of firsts. Their engineering team has developed concepts that have changed the nature of the sectors in which they operate. Guided by best practice, Telestack boasts all the benefits of a large corporate company while maintaining the culture and ethos of a local family operation. The Telestack solutions are world‑renowned, and the brand is known, respected and sought‑after by large blue‑chip companies globally.
Company Culture
Astec Omagh
Telestack was purchased in 2014 by Astec Industries – a >$1bn NASDAQ listed company and a leading manufacturer of equipment that builds much of the world’s infrastructure. Astec boasts world‑celebrated brands such as Peterson grinders, Kolberg‑Pioneer, Johnson Crushers and Osborn mining products, combining their centuries of experience under the trusted Astec brand.
Astec is a market‑leading brand supplying equipment to the asphalt, concrete, recycling, aggregate, road building and mining sectors. They focus on a strategic global approach and have invested millions in their Omagh‑based European facility. These investments are the foundation for the next phase of growth and the team in Omagh is seeking top talent to join them in their journey.
Ready to grow your career with a company that values innovation, ambition, and personal growth?
Required Criteria
Follow and actively support all company policies and procedures, with a primary emphasis on safe operations.
Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Agriculture, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering or related field.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in equipment design and manufacturing (mechanical, structural, hydraulic and electrical/control system design).
Ability to take responsibility for the completion of projects – achieving due dates and pre‑defined requirements defined by management while working independently with minimal supervision.
Innovative and able to come up with new design concepts and solutions to problems encountered during the design process.
Proficient with personal computing, Microsoft Office Suite, 3‑D CAD software applications (SolidWorks preferred) and ERP systems (Epicor/Oracle preferred).
Ability to develop and/or guide necessary computations such as load development, stress analysis, performance measurement, hydraulic circuit analysis, costing, etc. and interpret the results as necessary.
Understanding/experience with the engineering design process and new product development.
Ability to read, interpret and create engineering drawings and standards.
Understanding of materials, material sciences and material properties as they relate to engineering decisions and materials selection.
Ability to make a financial and technical case for engineering design decisions.
Understanding of manufacturing practices including cutting, forming and welding of metals.
Maintain positive, cooperative working relationships by working, interacting and communicating with various personalities, getting along with customers, vendors, co‑workers and management, working both individually and as part of a team.
Good organization and time‑management skills.
The above job description is not exhaustive and is not intended to give a definite list of all duties and responsibilities. It is a guideline within which the individual job holder works. It is not intended to be rigid or inflexible. There will be additional duties and responsibilities in accordance with the job role.
Desired Criteria
Experience in the design of bespoke material handling plant from concept through to production.
Experience in the use of FEA.
Closing Date: Saturday 10th January, 2026
Contract Type: fulltime
Salary: Based on Experience
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Languages
- English
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