Job description
Our client a world leader in the design, development, and manufacture of sample characterisation solutions. Scientific instruments that help characterise materials from polymers to biological tissue and metals to composites. Our Clients instruments are designed and manufactured in-house and used by some of the world's leading scientific organisations and companies. Role Responsibilities of the Mechanical Development Engineer are as follows Work as part of an engineering team to develop new features for existing products. Collaborate on the design of completely new prototypes, and customer specials. Aid the handover of new products to production. Support the production of existing instruments, with practical build information. Help with new product testing, reporting, and aid the writing of product literature. Qualifications/Knowledge required to be successful in this role. Mechanical engineering qualification to HND or Degree level. 4 years relevant experience to our products such as heating, freezing, mechanical and electrical sample characterisation, light microscopy, X-ray, vacuum, pressure. Experience using 3D CAD software, ideally Solid Edge. Experience using 3D CAM software ideally Edgecam. Experience with design for manufacture and assembly. Able to machine prototype parts, assemble, test, and demonstrate concepts. Experience drafting 2D technical part and assembly drawings. Experience using Bills of Materials within an ERP system. Understanding of complex product structures. Practical industry experience, understanding R&D project lifecycle, NCRs, ECNs. Working with supply chain CE, ROHS, REACH requirements. Strong professional communication skills for customers, suppliers, and colleagues. Eye for detail. Mechanical aptitude. Hard working. Methodical. Self-motivated. What you will earn in return. Competitive salary depending on experience Annual company bonus scheme 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Group pension plan Bupa membership Free onsite parking Bike park and shower facilities Workwear provided Agency: Cpl Life Sciences Reference: JO-2307-519556 Website: Posted: 13th July 2023 Expires: 10th August 2023 Access Science Jobs