Development Engineer

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We have an opportunity for a Development Engineer to join our Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre’s Composite Centre, where you will be working within a team of engineers in an exciting and dynamic environment and playing an active part in the Composite Centre’s pursuit of innovation, using new technologies and materials to enhance the UK manufacturing on the global stage. We are looking for candidates with a passion for engineering, composite technology, machining and creative problem solving, with a commitment to continuous improvement and high standards.

You will contribute to the research objectives of the Composite Centre, whilst supporting the delivery of several concurrent world leading research and development projects as part of a team of researchers in an exciting and dynamic environment. Responsibilities will include planning of projects and resources, regular communication with customers and partners, delivery of projects to timescales and technical problem solving.

This role will involve assisting with the Composite Centre’s expansion and furthering its goal of using new technologies and materials to enhance UK manufacturing on the global stage.

• Plan and develop research manufacturing processes and technology to aid the centre in its aim to be the premier research facility at the cutting-edge of composite material manufacturing research.
• Develop skills and knowledge to become a source of technical expertise in composite manufacturing technology for centre staff and customers.
• Responsible for the successful and timely delivery of research & development projects within the centre by designing and developing appropriate research methodologies to address research objectives.
• Responsible for the coordination of project tasks within the Centre.
• Present project results and methodology to committees, staff, customers and other groups.
• Contribute to the review and progress tracking of projects by analysing the results of tests and experiments.
• Prioritise own workload over the short/medium term, considering long-term implications.
• Plan for and manage short-term projects and contribute knowledge towards long-term projects.
• Lead relevant ad-hoc project teams to successful completion, including effective resource management using government or EU funding streams.
• Work with the quality department to ensure standards are relevant and maintained.
• Using technical knowledge of Composite functions, carry out project scoping, develop project plans, and manage projects technically and financially, to agreed timescales.
• Manage project resources, which will include negotiating additional resources as required.
• Write up project findings in a manner that will both satisfy industrial partners and provide the basis for further publication in journal articles or books.
• Carry out long-term planning to facilitate the length, research and safety of the projects.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

• Have a good honours degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field (Composites, Aerospace, Materials, Mech.…