http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/mechanical-engineering/ ecm selection - high-tech recruitment specialists : recent jobs en-gb Copyright: (C) ECM Selection 180 http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/images/ecm_logo_2.jpg http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/mechanical-engineering/ Sheffield, to £30k : PCB layout, some digital, analogue, Sheffield. Summary: Technician / Hardware Engineer needed for growing audio processing company, Sheffield, to £30k. Technician / Hardware Engineer required by this innovative Audio Processing company. The Technician / Hardware Engineer will collect information generated by Audio, Hardware and Embedded Software Engineers to create reference designs to demonstrate and release to customers, and organise and assemble low volumes of demonstration and reference design audio products. You will be involved with: · Drafting of documentation, · Basic digital and analogue hardware design, · Organising low volume electronic product assembly, · Use of PCB layout, Schematic Capture, mechanical drawing and Microsoft Office software packages, · Testing of and fixing debugging audio systems, · Creation and maintenance of Bills of Materials and hardware/software documentation, and · Liaising with external customers for the manufacture of PCBs and assembly of reference designs. With a degree level education in a relevant technical / scientific subject you must have commercial experiencing basic Electronics Hardware design and Test, basic Embedded Software development and Test, and organisation of pre-production product assembly. The Technician / Hardware Engineer will have excellent personal communication and team fit skills with general digital and analogue design skills. Keywords: Technician, Hardware, Digital, Analogue, PCB, Embedded, Sheffield. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/technician-hardware-engineer-018167.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:29:15 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/technician-hardware-engineer-018167.html Cambridge, to £60k : High-tech Projects, Growing Consultancy. Summary: High calibre, experienced Mechanical Engineer sought by growing consultancy, Cambridge, to £60k This growing consultancy seeks a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer to work as a consultant on a wide range of projects in microfluidics, optics, micro-mechanical devices and products such as medical diagnostics, fuel cells, displays and sensors, for a range of markets from healthcare to consumer products. You will have excellent mechanical engineering skills to lead demanding development projects and build new business to join their team. You will have first class technical and communication skills, experience at leading large multidisciplinary projects and an interest in and aptitude for developing business. You must have 1st or 2.1 degree from leading institute; a track record of commercialising complex mechanical systems or technology in an industrial setting and delivering technology-based projects against challenging timelines and product requirements; excellent market awareness and capability to develop new market opportunities for technology; and very good communication and team skills including leading multi-disciplinary science and engineering teams. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in this highly challenging environment. Keywords: Mechanical, 1st, 2.1, Consultant, Cambridge. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineering-consultant-017497.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:26:41 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineering-consultant-017497.html Oxfordshire, £excellent : High Precision Movement Systems, Leadership. Summary: an excellent high-tech opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer with the potential for managing a design team. Due to expansion, our client is seeking a talented, Senior Mechanical Engineer with relevant experience in precision movement systems to work on their high-value products. You will become the lead provider of innovative and cost-effective mechanical design solutions within the company. You will have a good degree in Mechanical Engineering and significant commercial experience, with project management skills. You will be credible in front of customers and have the technical competence to provide leadership in the area of mechanical engineering, including industry standards, techniques and technology. Personally you should be an innovative, self-motivated, analytical, well-organised individual. Of course, you will be a team player and someone who gets satisfaction from delivering design excellence. Ideally you will have knowledge of: UHV, thermal analysis, control systems, 3D CAD. This is a first-rate opportunity to develop your career with an innovative and growing company. A competitive salary will be available for the right candidate. Keywords: Mechanical Designer, Mechanical Engineer, high precision movement, vacuum, project management, Oxfordshire Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/senior-mechanical-engineer-017425.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:54:37 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/senior-mechanical-engineer-017425.html Cambridge, to £55k : Physics, Sensing, Signal Processing. This leading consultancy develop complex products across a range of commercial sectors. Scientists, physicists and engineers work on client assignments in multidisciplinary project teams, sometimes on more than one project concurrently and in different team roles. High quality work is essential from every team member. A strong desire to learn to develop and implement solutions with different technologies and for different target markets is essential. As a senior physicist or engineer you will be expected to provide innovation and technical leadership during the complete project life cycle. Projects often commence with a loose brief from a client, from this you will be expected to architect a technical solution. During the delivery of the project you will be expected to take responsibility for the technical solution, working closely with the team as well as interfacing at a senior level within the client organisation. As your experience develops opportunities exist to progress in a variety of directions, depending on the individual. Commercial, project management and senior technical routes are all recognised within our career development structure. Minimum requirements To meet the requirements of this role you will have: · A good first degree or PhD in Physics or a related Engineering discipline · Experience of product development in a consultancy or fast moving organisation · Proven technical leadership experience in a commercial environment · Broad engineering skills, including electronics hardware, software and mechanical engineering. · An imaginative and inquisitive mind, eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems · An outline understanding of a wide range of physical sensing technologies. · Excellent practical problem solving skills. · Excellent mathematical skills · Good communication skills, both verbal and written In addition, any experience of the following will also be beneficial: · Experience of commercial negotiations and the sales process · Experience of algorithm development for sensing applications · Experience of radio system design for communications, radar or location. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/senior-physicist-engineer-017837.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:56:39 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/senior-physicist-engineer-017837.html UK wide, salaries to £70k+ : Software/Electronics/Maths/Physics/Mech Eng. Make good use of your academic achievement and technical skills now to shape your future! Our clients - leading high-tech product development companies and consultancies - are actively seeking top calibre candidates, at levels from fresh Graduate to Technical Director. They offer exceptional opportunities where you can make a real difference. Your work will be fully recognised and rewarded - in fields as diverse as: 2D/3D Modelling; Digital Signal Processing; Wireless Comms; Financial Software Systems; Consumer Electronics; Mathematical Modelling; Scientific Instrumentation; High Volume Manufacture; and Cleantech. You'll have a 2.1 or 1st from a top university, typically in Computer Science, Electronics, Maths, Physics or Mechanical Engineering. As well as good starting salaries these roles offer superb career prospects and the chance to work with other high-calibre people on the most technically challenging, cutting-edge projects. Email your CV to topjob@ecmselection.co.uk or call us on 01223 813399 to discuss the latest opportunities. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/phd-1st-21-hons-015393.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/phd-1st-21-hons-015393.html Cambridge, £60k : Client facing high technology consultancy. Summary: High Technology Consultancy; Engineering or Applied Physics technologist to develop leading edge products. With this high growth technology consultancy. You will be a creative, technically skilled engineer, who is highly motivated and capable of identifying and developing commercial opportunities. You must be able to demonstrate initiative and to work to deadlines under pressure You will have an excellent degree 1st or 2:1 in Engineering (or applied physics) from a University with an excellent reputation in your subject, with solid experience in a product development role, with project leading experience, ideally including customer/client contact. Your personal qualities will be creative, highly motivated self-starter, energetic and ambitious, with excellent communication skills. Key Skills: Excellent academics, engineering, applied physics, product development. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineer-015499.html Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineer-015499.html Cambridge, £Uncapped OTE : Engineering Software, Leader in field. Summary: Corporate software sales, uncapped OTE + good benefits, Cambridge. This is an exceptional opportunity to join this leading software company specialising in engineering information to bluechip clients worldwide. They seek candidates with the vision, energy and ambition to help grow use of their proven enterprise software system, working with existing and new clients. Being part of such growth at this exciting stage will offer career development, as well as financial and other rewards. The role includes new business sales – researching and profiling potential customers, engaging companies at or above Director (UK) or VP (USA) level, applying a consultative approach to match their solutions to customer needs, and securing profitable sales. It also requires account development – working at all levels in customer organisations to ensure customer satisfaction and expand use. You will have a mechanical engineering or similar degree, proven sales experience with a consultative, solution selling approach, exposure to a mechanical engineering environment (be it aerospace, industrial, consumer products) and understand the process from concept design, through detailed design to manufacturing. Above all you are able to articulate clearly and persuasively with senior management - relating a commercial benefit case to a technical need and solution. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/corporate-software-sales-017757.html Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:52:18 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/corporate-software-sales-017757.html Cambridge, from £24k+ dep. on experience : Automotive, Mechanical / Electronics. Our client are looking for a practical, graduate engineer who enjoys problem solving. After training, you will support their world leading instrumentation. This might be remote or on-site support and so you must enjoy overseas travel. A client facing role, you will need good communications, as well as practical skills. In addition to technical support, you will also support the sales team and occasional attendance at exhibitions/conferences is expected. Key skills: Engineering degree, hands-on trouble shooting of mechanical and electrical components, combustion engines, previous experience of instrument support and customer-facing work. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. Please note: we have recently been advised that no more applications for this position are being accepted at this time. But do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we are constantly being notified of new opportunities. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/product-support-and-sales-engineer-018068.html Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:36:38 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/product-support-and-sales-engineer-018068.html Cambridge, to £45k+bens : All-round design/engineering skills, 3D CAD. Our client is an expanding, highly professional and award-winning technical consultancy developing state of the art new products. They offer a stimulating work environment in an exceptional location close to Cambridge, with excellent benefits and career development prospects. Due to growth, they are now seeking a Consultant Mechanical Engineer. Working within our client's multidisciplinary teams on major development projects, you will be responsible for developing mechanical designs for a range of products and processes in the healthcare, consumer, and industrial sectors. Your challenge is to solve some of the most intractable of problems. In return your ingenuity will be rewarded with the satisfaction of seeing your ground-breaking new creations launched in the market, making a real difference. Requirements: - 1st or 2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering from a leading university - Strong technical abilities in many of the following areas: Concept generation; Mechanism design; Materials selection; Analysis of static, dynamic, fluid of thermodynamic systems; Design for high and low volume manufacturing; 3D CAD - Evidence of project leadership and presentation skills - At least 5 years experience in one of the following commercial environments: technical / design consultancy; technology start-up; new product development department - Strong drive to rapidly absorb and develop further technical, project leadership, and sales skills Keywords: mechanical engineer, mechanical engineering, consultant, Cambridge, £excellent Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-mechanical-engineer-016757.html Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-mechanical-engineer-016757.html Cambridge or US, to £34k + exceptional benefits : Materials consultancy, Excel, VBA, SQL, US travel. Summary: Excellent opportunity for a customer-facing materials scientist with a US passport to join this leading software company. Cambridge or US, to £34k + US travel + exceptional benefits. Our client is a leading name in materials science software for academia, education and commercial use. Their materials science software is used by some of the leading names in sectors as diverse as aerospace, defence, energy, medical, electronics and petrochemical, to assess the benefits of different materials. Using their software tools materials can be selected on a wide range of metrics including chemical and physical properties, biocompatibility, environmental impact, cost and more. Due to the ongoing success of their products they now have an opportunity for a customer-facing materials scientist to work closely with their US customers. You will travel to sites in the US to help customers implement their software and to provide on-site consultancy and training. The ideal candidate will have a good degree in materials science, metallurgy, mechanical engineering or similar and will be a US citizen holding a valid US passport. Any knowledge of materials databases and Excel, VBA or SQL would be beneficial. Preferably this role will be based out of Cambridge, UK although exceptional candidates who wish to be based in the US will also be considered. As well as a competitive salary and pleasant offices in central Cambridge your benefits will include a extraordinarily generous company pension scheme, income protection, death in service, health cover and/or gym membership, employer supported childcare, a cycle to work scheme, share options and flexible working hours. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/materials-scientist-us-citizen-017692.html Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:37:17 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/materials-scientist-us-citizen-017692.html Cambridgeshire, to £40k : Electro Mechanical, Medical Devices. Our client is looking to recruit an innovative and proactive Mechanical Engineer, to become involved in a range of projects. Products are designed for a range of industries including medical devices and consumer products. Typically these products involve complex design issues, as a highly optimised solution is required containing complex electro-mechanical systems. Essential Experience & Skills: Your skills will include some, or all, of the following: · Significant mechanical design experience to include the development of new products, ideally gained within a consultancy or commercial environment; · Innovative and complex mechanical systems, manufacturing processes and analytical problem solving capability; · Experience of working in a multi-skilled environment (i.e. developing electro-mechanical products); · Team leading experience, involving guiding and planning team member’s activities; · Experience of managing projects to tight budgets and timescales; · Strong interpersonal and communications skills – confident and capable in a client facing role. Preferred Skills: The candidate should have: · Knowledge of transfer to manufacture, manufacture process, medical device regulations, FDA submissions, type testing; · Exposure to medical device development process; · Risk assessment/risk management; · CAD design experience (e.g. Solidworks); · Analytical skills experience (e.g. FEA, moldflow, COMSOL); · Have an ambition to learn challenging new skills and technologies and enjoy learning “on the job”. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-mechanical-engineering-015470.html Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:20:10 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-mechanical-engineering-015470.html Cambridgeshire, to £40k : Mechanics, Fluids, Control Engineering, DfM. Summary: An excellent opportunity to join a high-powered technical consultancy with an interesting variety of work. With this small but growing technical consultancy based near Cambridge. Our client is a young product design and development consultancy doing ground-breaking work in a range of industries. Due to expansion, they are looking for a very bright Mechanical Engineer to join their group. To be successful, you will be able to lead or contribute to multi-disciplinary teams working in a wide range of technical disciplines. You must be self-motivated, comfortable in a client-facing environment and extremely adaptable. You'll have a good degree (2.1 or 1st Class Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from a top university, and excellent communication skills. You can show the ability to deliver demanding projects to high quality, on time and on budget, and strong creativity coupled with an analytical and enquiring mind. A variety of level of experience will be considered, from recent graduate to applicants experienced within another technical consultancy or in the energy, healthcare, consumer or high-tech industrial sectors. In return, our client offers a good salary and benefits, as well as a very pleasant working environment. Key words: mechanical engineer, mechanical engineering, mechanics, fluids, thermodynamics, control engineering, structures, design for manufacture, DfM, consultancy, energy, healthcare, consumer, industrial, team leading, Cambridgeshire Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-mechanical-engineer-018125.html Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:52:48 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/consultant-mechanical-engineer-018125.html Cambridge, to £20k : PCB build, component level fault finding, Growing Co.. Summary: Technician / Tester for growing high precision engineering company, Cambridge, to £20k. This growing company designs and supplies software and hardware for precision systems. This junior role is to join their fast moving, highly motivated team. The role involves bread-boarding new designs; building test rigs; testing product and documenting results; managing the product life cycle and organising the lab/development area. The following are essential: · Highly practical in terms of PCB build/repair with fine-lead, surface mount components. · Able to demonstrate excellent soldering/de-soldering skills, · Extremely well organised to help manage the production process, · Ability to understand complex digital (and preferably analogue) designs, and · Component level fault finding. The following are highly desirable: · Experience with mechanical design/construction and/or · Orcad, MS Office and MS products. Keywords: Technician, Test, Surface Mount, Electronics, PCB, Analogue, Digital, Cambridge. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. Please note: we have recently been advised that no more applications for this position are being accepted at this time. But do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we are constantly being notified of new opportunities. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/technician-tester-018041.html Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:27:24 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/technician-tester-018041.html Cambridge, to £38k : Optical/Mechanical Assemblies, DFMA, AutoCAD. Summary: Mechanical Design Engineer wanted, to join world-leading instrumentation company. Cambridge, to £38k basic + excellent benefits package. Due to expansion, our client is seeking a top Mechanical Engineer to work on the design of their cutting-edge opto-electronic products. Your role will involve the design of efficient low cost optical and mechanical assemblies using moulding or casting technologies, employing appropriate CAD tools, and following DFMA disciplines. Some knowledge of the design of optical systems will be required. You'll need a solid background in mechanical design, with experience of optical product development and good mathematical and computing abilities. You'll be degree qualified in Mech Eng or Physics, and an experienced user of AutoCAD (SolidWorks would be a distinct advantage.) For this role, significant experience in the design of moulded plastic assemblies with high tolerances and good mechanical properties is required, along with use of design assessment and risk management tools such as FMEA and Fault Tree Analysis. Ideally you will have some experience in some of the following areas: - scientific instrumentation - project management - material compatibility and testing - Six Sigma tools The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate good problem solving skills, attention to detail, and good communication & teamworking skills. As an employee you will receive a competitive basic salary and an excellent benefits package, including bonus. Keywords: Mechanical Design Engineer, mechanical engineering, DFMA, CAD, AutoCAD, FMEA, Fault Tree Analysis, Cambridge. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-design-engineer-017888.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:39:03 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-design-engineer-017888.html Cambridge, to £40k : Analogue and Digital Design, PCB layout, instrumentation. Summary: Electronics Design Engineer wanted, to join world-leading instrumentation company. Cambridge, to £40k basic + excellent benefits package. Due to expansion, our client is seeking a top Electronics Engineer to work on the design of their cutting-edge opto-electronic products. In this role you will work closely with people from other disciplines such as optical, mechanical and software engineers, and you will have the opportunity to work on a number of significant new projects. You'll be qualified to degree level in Electrical Engineering with the following skills/experience: - Experience of PCB layout to IPC standards for and the complete process from design to manufacture - Analogue design experience with precision amplifiers, data acquisition, stepper motor control, EMC filtering and switch mode power supply design - Digital design experience ideally with ARM based microcontrollers, small scale microsystems, general logic design - Excellent project management and communication skills. Experience of Design for Manufacturing will be a significant advantage. You will receive a competitive basic salary and an excellent benefits package, including bonus. Keywords: electronics design, electronics engineer, instrumentation, PCB layout, analogue design, digital design, Cambridge. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. Please note: we have recently been advised that no more applications for this position are being accepted at this time. But do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we are constantly being notified of new opportunities. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/electronics-engineer-018017.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:27:01 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/electronics-engineer-018017.html Cambridgeshire, £good : PLC Control, Electro/Mechanical. Our client design bespoke special purpose scientific equipment. They are currently seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to help implement effective solutions to ensure their systems remain at the forefront of technology. Objectives and Responsibilities: · Electrical design of bespoke special purpose scientific equipment. · Development, planning and specification of electronic systems, sub-systems and components. · Covering fields of control, drive and sensor technology, pneumatic control, PLC and safety systems. Qualifications and Experience: · Engineering degree in a electrical discipline. · Good knowledge in the fields of field-bus systems (DeviceNet, Ethercat) and PLC control. · Good knowledge in the design of drive systems, pneumatic control, and automation technology. · Experience in control of electro-pneumatic/mechanical systems, 3-phase power distribution and heater control systems. · Practical knowledge of relevant legislation, directives and standards. · Professional registration with a relevant Engineering body encouraged and preferred. · Good experience of E-Plan software Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/electrical-design-engineer-018080.html Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:12:42 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/electrical-design-engineer-018080.html Cambridge, to £32k : Mech Eng, 3D, Solidworks, Electro-Mechanical. Our clients products are used around the world and their R&D team continue to innovate and develop new equipment and techniques, with applications from product development to scientific research. They are currently seeking an engineer to join their R&D team. The multiskilled role will involve mechanical design (including elements of electro-mechanical and loom design), and realisation of the finished product, including small scale build and test of prototype units, and the preparation of detailed documentation to enable continued production. There is scope for customer interaction and international travel. The successful candidate will hold a good degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Design, with 2 years relevant experience. Other essential requirements are experience of a 3D design environment (ideally Solidworks) with an understanding of design for manufacture, attention to detail and an ability to work autonomously on projects. Electronic, data analysis and hands-on workshop skills would be an advantage. This is a great opportunity to work with some high-class engineers, developing real ‘high tech’ instruments. Key skills: Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical, 3D CAD, Solidworks. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-product-development-engineer-018058.html Fri, 29 Jan 2010 10:15:26 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-product-development-engineer-018058.html North Herts, to £excellent : Systems Engineering, Low to Medium Volume manufacture. Summary: Extensive experience in project led mechanical engineering design, North Herts, to £excellent. Our client is a world leader in the design, development and implementation of advanced automation systems for the life science research industry. They are looking for your experience and talent as a mechanical engineer to solve complex problems by utilising your strong design and development skills. They need your innovation and ingenuity to help develop unique, enabling technologies for a variety of bioscience applications. Their products cover a wide range of bioscience challenges. Whilst your prime aim is to provide engineering excellence, the key components of the role are: · Understanding customer requirements: You will work closely with potential customers and their business development team to define their needs for a particular system development. · Developing potential solutions: You will develop conceptual solutions to meet customer needs whilst working closely with key stakeholders. · Leading small multi-disciplinary teams: You will lead from the front, working within quality, time and cost targets. · Installing and commissioning: You will have the opportunity to follow through all the way from initial design to the final commission on site. You must have proven extensive experience in a project led engineering design environment, coupled with at least a 2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering or Systems Engineering from a top university, with a strong mechanical bias. You can easily draw on your experience of conceptualising, developing and commercialising complex systems or scientific instruments for low-medium volume manufacture containing hardware, electronics and software. You understand robotics, materials handling, mechanisms and ideally plastic moulded components. In addition, you are commercially astute, a good team player and an effective leader. Keywords: Mechanical, Systems Engineering, Instruments, Automation, Control, Robotics, Team Leading, Hertfordshire, Cambridge. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/principal-mechanical-engineer-017927.html Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:30:59 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/principal-mechanical-engineer-017927.html Cambridgeshire, £Competitive salary offered : 3D CAD, Materials, Control Systems. As part of a multi-disciplined team and a modern Engineering department, this role involves the continuous improvement of their world leading products through leading-edge mechanical engineering. You will be expected to contribute state of the art mechanical engineering technology into continuous improvement and engineering development projects, to ensure their systems remain at the forefront of technology. Objectives and Responsibilities: · Mechanical engineering and development of bespoke special purpose scientific equipment. · Under the guidance of senior engineers you will provide input to technology projects focussed on improving and advancing mechanical designs, processes and systems. Qualifications and Experience: · Engineering degree in a mechanical discipline · Good project skills, able to prioritise and coordinate activities. · Good communication skills and leadership potential. · 3D CAD design experience (Pro-E Wildfire preferred) · Microsoft office capable (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint) · Experience in material science would be beneficial. · Experience in vacuum systems, pneumatics, gas systems, automation an advantage. · Professional registration with a relevant Engineering body encouraged and preferred. · Experience of ERP systems (SAP) Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineer-018078.html Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:45:44 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-engineer-018078.html Cambridgeshire, to £35k + excellent benefits : 2D/3D CAD, Precision Mechanisms, Top Company. With this high-tech company who are world leaders in their field. Due to expansion, our client is urgently seeking a talented, degree qualified Mechanical Design Engineer. Your role will be to create mechanical components and sub-systems for new products in addition to maintaining existing product data. As part of a product development project team, your work will include: - Undertake detailed specification and design of mechanical sub-systems and components - Create 3D models and 2D drawings of mechanical components - Maintain a sound theoretical approach to design by ensuring that relevant calculations or simulations are performed - Identify components and sub-assemblies that can be reused across other products, modifying items and specifications where appropriate and developing tests to ensure full compatibility You'll have significant commercial experience in industrial equipment design including one or more of the following: precision mechanism design, pressure die casting or rapid prototyping. You will have comprehensive 2D and 3D CAD proficiency, preferably using Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire, and a thorough knowledge of high quality design procedures. You'll take a flexible and innovative approach to problem solving and have the creativity, drive and energy to achieve your goals. In return you'll receive an excellent benefits package and have the chance to develop your skills in a high-tech environment. This is an outstanding opportunity for a top Engineer! Keywords: mechanical engineer, mechanical engineering, precision mechanisms, pressure die casting, rapid prototyping, 3D, 2D, Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire, high-tech, Cambridge, to 35k Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-design-engineer-018084.html Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:05:24 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/mechanical-design-engineer-018084.html Oxford, to £36k : High-tech Systems, Project Management. Summary: an excellent high-tech opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer with project management skills. With this innovative high-tech product company who have an immediate opportunity for a talented project leader/mechanical engineer to join their team. Your role will involve planning, monitoring progress to achieve milestones and ensure allocation of resources to projects, quality and cost management. You will help to support bids for new work, and in conjunction with qualified engineering staff, you will identify suitable designs. Our client's products are technically challenging and you'll need an adequate grasp of the technologies, so you will be degree qualified in Engineering or similar. You will have some experience of project management (including health & safety requirements and ISO9000 quality systems) and high technology manufacturing. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career with an innovative and growing company. Progression could be towards a senior mechanical engineer role, managing larger projects, or a more general management or technical sales role. Keywords: Mechanical Engineer, engineering, project management, Oxfordshire Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/project-leader-mechanical-017934.html Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:24:06 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/project-leader-mechanical-017934.html North Herts, to £30k : Control/Automation, Strong Academics. Summary: Good graduate Mechanical Engineer with some commercial experience needed by top robotics company, North Herts, to £30k. This key role is to assist in the hardware development of complex automated systems containing hardware, electronics and software for pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications world-wide. You will be a key member of a small team of mechanical engineers and designers to help ensure that the hardware design’s quality, time and cost targets are met. With at least a 2:1 degree or above in Mechanical or Systems Engineering with a strong mechanical bias, you will also have an interest in robotics/automation/control systems; an understanding of electrical design and control systems; and an interest in mechanical and system design. This is an outstanding opportunity to extend your career in this technically challenging environment. Keywords: Mechanical, 2.1, 1st, PhD, robotics, control, automation, Hertfordshire, Cambridge. Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/junior-mechanical-engineer-017926.html Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:26:52 GMT http://www.ecmselection.co.uk/jobs/junior-mechanical-engineer-017926.html