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Summary:
Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking Manufacturing firm, is looking to recruit an Innovation Engineer on a full-time, permanent basis. Based in the beautiful Southwestern location of Barnstaple, the successful Innovation Engineer will undertake duties such as bringing to life ground-breaking prototypes and selecting appropriate materials for product specifications. The chosen candidate will have a Degree or Higher National Diploma in the Mechanical Engineering and/or design field. The aspiring Innovation Engineer should also be proactive in their approach to work and possess strong attention to detail.
Responsibilities:
- Undertaking the research and design of products from the beginning brief to the ultimate practical solution.
- Handling the calculations which influence product performance criteria.
- Providing technical support for new products and materials on both an internal and an external basis.
- Choosing appropriate materials which fit the desired product specifications and assisting in vendor selection and evaluation.
- Coming up with concepts which are a good fit with the company’s ideals and values.
- Conducting relevant research on developments within areas such as product design, standards, legislation, trends and technology and assessing the benefit of these developments to the organisation.
- Developing relevant specifications which could be easily introduced into the manufacture of new or existing products.
Essential Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
- Somebody who is qualified to Degree/HND level in Mechanical Engineering and/or Design.
- Someone with prior experience within the valve manufacturing industry or within the Oil & Gas and Chemical Process Industries.
- Experience within the technology sector.
- A candidate with design engineering experience is desirable.
Closing statement:
This role offers a competitive salary. If you possess a Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering and/or Design and you have previous experience within the valve manufacturing industry, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Recruitment Consultant: Joanne Caine.
Closing Date: All suitable candidates will be submitted as soon as received; our client reserves the right to appoint before the closing date. Please note that due to the volume of applications, if you haven’t received a response within 5 days of applying, then unfortunately on this occasion you won’t have been successful.
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