Boyd Thermal by Eaton - R & D Engineer

Boyd; Ashington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd in Ashington is seeking an R&D Engineer to develop thermal management solutions for the space sector. The role emphasizes the development of interdisciplinary skills, focusing on thermal and mechanical design while allowing for expansion into testing.

Candidates should ideally hold a Mechanical Engineering degree and possess 3 to 4 years of relevant engineering experience. Proficiency in CAD for 3D modeling and a passion for R&D are essential. The position is on-site and offers opportunities for project management.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 to 4 years engineering experience in design, development, and manufacturing.
• Familiar with generating 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Inquisitive mind with a passion for research and development.

Responsibilities

• Generate thermal management solutions to customer’s requirements.
• Manage individual projects, including engineering designs and prototype build.
• Develop and complete lab-based prototype tests.
• Design 3D CAD test rigs and commission test equipment.
• Liaise with Production/Manufacturing Engineering to ensure best practices.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Thermal management technology

Project management

CFD analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

The R&D Engineering role is focused on the development and qualification of novel electronics cooling solutions for thermal management of next generation hi-tech applications, primarily targeted at the space sector. The role offers a broad scope of development of interdisciplinary skills. The main focus on the thermal and mechanical design, but gives the opportunity to expand skills in testing, test equipment design and manufacturing equipment design.

Specific Duties

• Responsible for the generation of thermal management solutions to customer’s requirements, potentially with the benefits of CFD analysis.
• Managing individual projects allocated. This will involve creating engineering designs using 3D modelling, 2D drawings. Raising PO Requests for materials, equipment and the subsequent responsibility for the prototype build and test.
• Development of test plans and lab based practical completion of prototype tests.
• Development of test rig 3D CAD designs, construction and commissioning of the test equipment.
• To liaise with Production/Manufacturing Engineering to ensure best practices are followed in the development of new manufacturing processes and equipment.
• To work with and support the Sales Department function.
• To work with due regard to Health and Safety requirements.
• To ensure that 5S housekeeping targets are achieved in areas of control.
• To support the Advanced Technology Group Engineering function when other Engineers are not available.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering is desirable but not essential. Suitable industrial experience in line with the role would equally be considered.

Experience

Up to 3 to 4 years engineering experience in a design, development and manufacturing environment.

A inquisitive mind with a passion for research and development.

Familiar with the use of CAD to generate 3D models and 2D drawings.

Familiar with electronics thermal management technology.

Interview Requirements and Candidate Privacy Notice

All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

Job Posting Locations

Ashington

Remote Type

On-Site

EEO Statement

Boyd Thermal Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.