Senior Engineer

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role

Based within Newcastle University's School of Mechanical and Systems Engineering, Design Unit is an established (since 1970), large research and consultancy group specialising in mechanical power transmissions. With an experienced team of over 20 Engineers and Technicians and extensive, dedicated facilities, Design Unit offers a complete service from design, through to manufacture, metrology, performance evaluation and failure analysis. Continued growth in research supporting Industry involved in power generation, aerospace and automotive applications requires the recruitment of a Senior Engineer.

We are seeking an experienced engineering professional to provide a high level of technical expertise and leadership in Mechanical Design supporting Design Unit research, consultancy services, engagement and teaching activities in the field of mechanical engineering targeted at mechanical power transmission systems. You will bring your past experience to join a motivated team undertaking Industry focussed research supporting the development of electrification drive solutions (EDUs) for the automotive sector.

Our ideal candidate will have significant expertise in the development and application of specialist mechanical power transmission solutions for novel mechanical machines combined with electrical drives. You will be experienced in developing and leading on performance testing of complex mechanical power transmissions and be able to support wider engineering applications. You will be able to communicate clearly both orally and in writing on technical issues to both non-specialists and senior engineers. You will be able to persuade, motivate and lead and be customer focussed.

You must be able to undertake occasional travel and work unsupervised at customer sites and be prepared to supervise other Design Unit staff at Design Unit and client premises.

Our preferred candidate will hold a degree (ideally PhD) in a relevant subject or equivalent qualifications/experience, plus comprehensive work experience, with a significant proportion in a relevant/scientific role.

This post will be offered as an open-ended contract and the starting salary will be determined based on the successful applicant's qualifications and relevant experience.

Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Brian Shaw via email: design.unit@ncl.ac.uk or telephone 0191 2086192; alternatively or to Mr Ian Sewell, Deputy Director, email ian.sewell@ncl.ac.uk/0191 2086192.

For more information visit www.ncl.ac.uk/gears/about.

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