Development Engineer

Job description:

At the University of Sheffield AMRC Composite Centre, you will be part of an ambitious team that values outstanding performance and excellence. We encourage a collaborative environment where every team member can contribute their crafted skills and perspectives. Our projects are driven to challenge the status quo and push the boundaries of what is possible in engineering.

We are committed to encouraging an inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. If you are determined to succeed and ready to take on new challenges, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career at one of the UK’s leading manufacturing research centres and make a significant impact on the engineering sector. If you are ready to embrace this challenge and contribute to our success, apply today!

As a Development Engineer at the AMRC Composite Centre, you will have various responsibilities that demand competence and dedication.

• Coordination of project tasks
• Management of project resources
• Performing experimental work to support delivery of R&D projects
• Presentation of project results to staff, customers and other groups. 

Using our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, you will work within a team composed of multi-skilled individuals with a range of scientific and engineering backgrounds, and a breadth of knowledge to tackle the biggest challenges in composite manufacturing, from design to finished components, in an exciting and dynamic environment where no two projects are alike. 

Job Requirements

We seek candidates who meet the following criteria: 

• Proven degree-level qualification in engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Significant experience in a development engineering role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to write detailed reports and support presentations.
• Strong organizational skills with a methodical and structured approach to work, ensuring meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to disseminate information and instructions to support staff effectively across multiple projects.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve problems.
• A flexible approach and a “can do” attitude. 

The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university. We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more. Find out more at www.sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits and join us to become part of something special. We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience

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