HVAC Design & Development Engineer

Olliver Charles Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading refrigeration solutions provider in Dartford is seeking a Mechanical Engineer skilled in compressor design and development. The role involves project management, hands-on testing, and collaboration with external specialists. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and strong MS Office skills. This position offers various benefits including annual leave, a pension plan, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Defined pension contribution plan

Life Assurance

Private medical scheme

Company sick pay scheme

Continued professional development

Long service awards

Eye care vouchers

Qualifications

• Minimum degree level education in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with testing and commissioning of compressors.
• Understanding of compressor design specifications.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop screw compressors.
• Manage projects and test programmes.
• Assemble and test prototypes of the company's products.
• Analyze testing results and implement improvements.

Skills

Ability to work individually and in teams

Flexible with multi-tasking

Strong planning and organizational skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

Advanced MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity: With a focus on the design and application of screw compressors, you will be self-motivated and prepared to cover a variety of responsibilities from hands-on testing and commissioning of compressors to complete Compressor Design Projects both in the UK and in collaboration with other group companies around the world.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of screw compressors.
• Management of given projects & test programmes, and operation of test stands.
• Analyse applicability, accuracy and adherence to design specifications.
• Assemble, modify, and test the company's products at Group locations, including prototypes, and equipment with new features.
• Investigate, and where appropriate re-engineer existing compressor designs for better performance in respect of quality, reliability and energy efficiency.
• Work with the team to setup and prepare compressors for testing, including compressor disassembly and installation of sensors and other equipment.
• Collaborate with outside specialist companies and other organisations that can bring alternative solutions to the screw compressor design.
• Create and review technical drawings of compressors and associated parts for prototypes.
• Carry out testing by ensuring compressor performance and testing quality level are appropriate. Analyze testing results, identify improvement opportunities, and drive implementation of changes.
• Undertake the planning, monitoring and control/report the progress of development projects as required.

Ideal Candidate

• Ability to work well both individually and within a team environment.
• Flexible with the ability to multi-task efficiently.
• Willingness to vary between hands-on tasks and desk-based analysis when required.
• Ability to plan and organise workload successfully.

Required Experience

• Educated to minimum degree level in the field of Mechanical Engineering, or similar engineering degree.
• Advanced MS Office (Excel) experience is beneficial.
• UK driving licence is beneficial.

Our Client

Our client is one of world's foremost refrigeration solutions providers. Our key activities include the design, manufacture, installation and after sales care of refrigeration and HVAC products.

Pay & Benefits

• 26 days annual leave
• Defined pension contribution plan
• Life Assurance
• Private medical scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Continued professional development, including study leave and financial support for role related qualifications
• Long service awards
• Eye care vouchers/Salary Extras, including shopping, hotel and travel discounts