Overview
Are you an engineer or STEM professional with a thirst for knowledge and a talent for picking up new skills quickly? Do you thrive on a mix of hands‑on experimental work and in‑depth data analysis? We’re looking for a fast‑learning individual with strong transferable research skills to join our team as a Senior Project Engineer. This is your chance to make a real impact in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment!
Our projects are collaborative, involving multiple partners working on cutting‑edge and innovative technology, both those we develop in‑house and those from our partners to provide solutions to industrial problems.
In this role, you will be instrumental in overcoming challenges in advanced manufacturing processes. Working on a diverse range of projects, from exploratory research in machining of novel materials that drive significant step‑change improvements for our customers, to manufacturing demonstration components and features.
You will conduct engineering tasks including programming, verification, simulation, data capture and data analysis. Experienced Project Managers, Technical Leads and Technical Fellows will support you and mentor you to succeed while you guide Junior Project engineers in their development.
We require a background of relevant technical research and/or delivery of sophisticated machining projects. A strong CAD/CAM background is beneficial.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Technically support the delivery of high‑quality machining projects in the Machining Group.
- Research, analyse, collate and edit data and techniques for inclusion in reports and other documents to summarise main findings and conclusions of tests and experiments.
- Implement and coordinate the preparation of materials such as work pieces, tooling and fixtures. Set up equipment for experiments developed to meet research objectives and find solutions.
- Develop skills through external or on‑the‑job training suitable to accomplish the engineering and project tasks required.
- Communicate data and results to internal and external collaborators at all levels in a professional and concise manner.
- Plan and carry out tasks and responsibilities over the short‑medium term, with an awareness of longer‑term issues to meet the research objectives set in a project.
- Produce detailed and accurate project documentation such as statements of work, experiment methodology and quality gate sheets.
- Perform machining activities as required by the project.
- Work alongside the Project Management team to plan and order appropriate tooling, materials and hardware ahead of project requirements.
- Work alongside the Machining Group, Central Team and operational staff to enable smooth transitions of project deliveries and to facilitate machining demonstrations.
- Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.
Person Specification
- Educational or Technical Background: Essential – A STEM degree (e.g., engineering, materials science etc.) or Equivalent Experience demonstrating a robust understanding of scientific principles and problem‑solving.
- Technical Knowledge: Essential – Extensive knowledge of machining processes and implementation with the ability to work without direct supervision.
- Information Management: Essential – Skilled in managing information, including capturing, carrying out, and following up on actions.
- Communication & Collaboration: Essential – Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences, and ability to demonstrate supportive interactions and comfortable working effectively within small and large teams.
- Initiative & Learning: Essential – A genuine desire to embrace on‑the‑job technical guidance and training opportunities to expand your knowledge and capabilities.
- Adaptability & Problem‑Solving: Essential – The ability to creatively analyse and solve problems, considering both immediate and long‑term implications, and effectively planning, monitoring and revising your approach as circumstances change.
- Resourcefulness: Essential – The ability to assess and organise resources, and to plan and progress your own work activities with appropriate support.
- Technical Software: Essential – Experience with CAD/CAM software and NC machining hardware.
- IT Proficiency: Essential – Strong IT skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- A willingness to work on defence related projects: Essential.
- Experimental Work: Desirable – Experience in performing practical experimental work.
- Communication Exposure: Desirable – Experience in writing reports, delivering presentations and communicating effectively with staff at all levels.
Further Information
- Grade: 7
- Salary: £38,784 – £47,389 with potential to progress to £51,753 through outstanding contribution.
- Work arrangement: Full‑time – Permanent.
- Line manager: Technical Fellow.
- Direct reports: N/A.
- Our website: https://www.amrc.co.uk/
- Contact: Daniel Whitehead, Technical Fellow – d.whitehead@amrc.co.uk.
Next steps in the recruitment process
It is anticipated that the selection process will take place 2 weeks following interview completion. This will consist of a 50‑minute interview, including a 10‑minute presentation (topic to be confirmed on invite to interview).
If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact Daniel Whitehead – d.whitehead@amrc.co.uk.
Benefits
- A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
- Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
- Generous pension scheme.
- A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
- A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (e.g., Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
- Recognition awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
- A commitment to your development – access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways.
- A range of generous family‑friendly policies:
- Paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies.
- Support for those going through menopause.
- Paid time off and support for fertility treatment.
- And more.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.
Security checks
Please be aware that there is a requirement for the successful applicant to undertake a Government baseline personnel security standard (BPSS) check as a condition of employment.
Please be aware that there is a requirement for the successful applicant to obtain Security Check Clearance (SC). You must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.
