Icing at Altitude Wind Tunnel Project Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Project Engineer to join the Oxford Particles Research Group at the Department of Engineering Science (based at the Osney Thermofluids Institute).  The position is fixed term for two years with funding provided by EPSRC through the NWTF+ programme.

You will be responsible for the design, procurement and installation of a major multi-million-pound test facility to simulating Ice Crystal Icing at Altitude. This will include oversight of an extension to the existing laboratory; procurement of new vacuum pumps, air heaters and chillers; design of pipework layouts and trace heating systems; communication and management of external contractors, development of an advanced test section and instrumentation for the test facility. You will be required to work closely with the existing Oxford Particles Research Group members, including academics, students and technicians and members of the Hypersonics Research Group developing a new tunnel with shared infrastructure. 

About you

You should possess a university master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a similar discipline (with the possibility to underfill at Grade 6 (£33,832 - £39,705 p.a.) if candidate has less experience and qualifications). You should also have experience in mechanical design, heat transfer principles and detailed engineering design and possess knowledge of design practices, e.g. pressure safety regulations.  

How to apply

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via our e-recruitment system and should include the covering letter/supporting statement (describing how you meet the criteria), a CV, and names of two academic references.

The position is a full-time fixed term post available for 2 years. 

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on 18 October 2024.   

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof. David Gillespie:  david.gillespie@eng.ox.ac.uk

The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.

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