Design Engineer Other - John Crane - Slough

John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer working within the Design - Test Equipment team reporting to the Test Equipment Design Engineer Lead. As a Mechanical Engineer – Test Equipment you will be responsible for designing test equipment for John Crane’s high end gas seals technology whilst liaising with our international service centres. This role is suited to someone who has a strong mechanical background looking at hands on problem solving as well as being involved in the design of test equipment. This role is based from our headquarters within Slough working Monday to Friday normal office hours.

John Crane is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to crafting an inclusive environment for all employees.

Duties & Responsibilities (not limited to):

• To design, using CAD, and maintain technical drawings and data for testing equipment used on both John Crane Gas and Wet seals.
• Working hands on being involved in problem solving for test equipment.
• To ensure designs are to correct standards regarding safety and design practices.
• To manage the movement of test equipment between John Crane Service centres and storage within the Slough site.
• Run reports to ensure test equipment is available for seals in order book / test plan.
• Support suppliers that use tooling designed or originally used by John Crane.
• Obtain quotes and off load work that cannot be manufactured in house to correct sub-contractor.
• Load parts that can be made into Slough machine shop.
• Supports operations with issues with test rigs and test equipment.
• Participates in CI events with regard to storage and process relating to test equipment.

Qualifications:

• Studies in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Previous experience in a design engineering role, with good experience of 2D & 3D CAD.
• Strong Mechanical knowledge and some knowledge of creating / updating / maintaining databases.
• Experience / knowledge of rotating equipment and high-pressure test equipment – ideally.
• A resource-oriented person, with an innovative mind.
• Quick thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.

With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity.

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Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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