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Mechanical Development Engineer – Rotating Electrics
 
Location
Eastern ( Cambridgeshire )
 
Salary
£28k - £35k + Excellent Benefits OR £25 - £30 per hour (6 Months+ Contract)
 
Description
We are supporting a global, diverse technology leader and the World's largest and most successful engine company. Our client leads the field in the design and manufacture of high-performance engines. Their continuous development programme, dedicated to furthering engine design allows them to offer one of the most advanced and comprehensive ranges of purpose-built diesel engines available today. Staying ahead in a rapidly changing world is vital and to achieve this they need ambitious, talented individuals who have the potential to create, challenge, and deliver global objectives.

The Rotating Components team is one of four component centred multi-functional groups dedicated to delivery of quality, on-time, and cost effective designs. The responsibility for the components runs from initial concept, right through production, to eventual deletion. Team members include Engineering, Purchasing, Logistics and Manufacturing all with the common goal of quality excellence.

Components and Systems:
Rotating Electrics including alternators, starter motors & battery optimization, Powertrain including crankshaft, con-rod, dampers, bearings, balancer & flywheels FEAD (Front End Auxiliary Drive) including belts, autotensioners, pulleys, fans & fan drive assembly Timing Case & Gears including engine timing gears, gear driven auxiliaries (hydraulic pumps & compressors), timing cases & covers

The Role:

An exciting opportunity exists for a Mechanical Development Engineer to work primarily within the Rotating Electrics Team but with opportunity to gain experience of the other components listed above

The responsibilities will include research, refining customer requirements, system optimisation, validation, creating validation standards, defining installation guidelines and supporting quality improvement activity on charging & starting systems

The role involves significant teamwork with the Engine Platform Team, other internal Component Teams, Global Purchasing, Applications Engineering, the Validation Team, Suppliers, Electronics and Machine Customers

Requirements:

Engineering Degree or relevant experience and demonstrated competency

Good understanding of component development and manufacturing processes

Experience leading activity with suppliers

Experience of validation testing and system optimisation

Experience of FMEA, APQP, 8D problem solving and electrics would be a benefit although training will be provided if required
Awareness of engine and component test would also be beneficial

In addition to the above, you will be an excellent team player, enthusiastic and have strong values

The ability to work under pressure with different functional areas, internal and external customers and suppliers is a pre-requisite


Our client offers an excellent salary, bonus scheme, pension, share options, regular salary reviews and a car allowance (depending on grading) and a full relocation package.

This opportunity can either be Contract or Permanent

To apply for this position please forward your CV with a covering letter highlighting your relevant skills

 
Reference
ND-005967
 
 
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Recruiter Details

 
Genesis Technical Recruitment Ltd
 
Contact Name
Natalie Dass
 
Telephone
0121 230 1070
 
Fax
0121 248 1900
 
Email
jobs@gentecrecruit.co.uk
 
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