Research Lab Mechanical Design Engineer (Fixed Term)

Nottingham; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday entitlement

Staff development opportunities

Benefits and rewards

Job summary

University of Nottingham's Mechanical and Aerospace Systems (MAS) group seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to support a wide range of experimental research across the group through high-quality, precision design. The MAS team collaborates across researchers, engineers, technicians, support staff and academics to deliver research from fundamentals to technology readiness levels.

The role involves designing machines and experimental setups, manufacturing, commissioning and using test facilities,

Qualifications

• A degree in mechanical engineering is essential.
• Experience in mechanical design for experimental setups is required.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers and sub-contractors to deliver precision components.

Responsibilities

• Design, manufacture, commission and use test facilities for MAS research.
• Develop machines and experimental setups for research projects.
• Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors to deliver precision components and systems.

Skills

Mechanical design

Experimental setups

Supplier management

Lab work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

University of Nottingham's Mechanical and Aerospace Systems (MAS) group seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to support a wide range of experimental research across the group through high-quality, precision design. The MAS team collaborates across researchers, engineers, technicians, support staff and academics to deliver research from fundamentals to technology readiness levels.

The role involves designing machines and experimental setups, manufacturing, commissioning and using test facilities,