Fluid Mechanics Engineer
We are exclusively partnering with an emerging technology developer based in Ely on their latest recruitment drive which will see the company double in size. A startup, in R&D stage, financially backed by a wider global organisation, that innovates and creates exceptional products, technologies and services that will improve the lives of people while collaborating with some of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities. Within walking distance of Ely train station this role is accessible from both London and Cambridge within 1 hour. The successful candidate will be at the centre of a high-performance R&D Team that operates under the core SCRUM principles.
Location: Ely, Cambridgeshire
Hours: 9am – 5pm Monday – Friday (option to work from home on Wednesdays)
Hourly Rate / Salary: Circa £45,000
Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, after 3-years of successful performance, it will carry an additional 1-day of annual leave for every additional 3-years of service until the total annual leave reaches 30-days a year, Contributory Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, paid membership fees for Sports Initiatives, Performance based Share Options after 3-years of employment
Who are we?
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an awarding-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including: Sales & Marketing, Admin & Customer Service, Technical & Engineering, Industrial & Manufacturing, Finance & Accountancy, Care & Education, Supply Chain & Logistics.
What our client is looking for:
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A first or postgraduate Degree in Engineering – preferably Aeronautical or Mechanical
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5+ years of full life cycle experience in R&D of Commercial Products and Technologies
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Experience as a SCRUM team member is an advantage
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Proven experience of writing reports, giving presentations & interacting with customers
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Ability to communicate complex technical information to stakeholders at all levels
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Experience of working as part of a small multi-disciplinary team
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Ability to manage time critical projects to agreed plans and specifications
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Ability to conceptualise and understand the commercial imperative for the project
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Confidence to follow internal product design, specification and certification processes
What your day may look like:
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Design and analyze fluid systems, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems
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Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed schematics & simulations
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Conduct research and develop new models for understanding fluid behaviour
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Perform complex calculations to predict the behaviour of fluids under different conditions
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Collaborate with other engineers and scientists to develop and test new fluid systems and equipment
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Prepare detailed reports and documentation on research findings and project results
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Plan & manage the smooth functioning of flow facilities of all R&D projects
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Create plans, allocate resource and facilitate the operation of the flow facilities
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Ensure the operation, maintenance and safety of the loop at the highest standard
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Review and evaluate the operational efficiency and safety of the flow loop and other testing facilities so that experimental campaigns are targeted, timely and cost effective.
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Supervise and undertake routine equipment inspections
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Coordinate instrument calibration, troubleshooting and repairs
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Provide PFDs/P&IDs and procedure updates such as loop sketches, logic circuits, calibration and test records in collaboration with R&D engineers and scientists
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Identify and resolve design and integration issues
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Learn about customer needs via face-to-face meetings and pilot testing of prototypes.
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Demonstrate at trade shows to create and maximise opportunities
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Presentation of technology development and its results
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.
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