Associate Engineer (Aflex) in Huddersfield

Location: Aflex - Bradley Business Park, Huddersfield

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of Spirax Group, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi-national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies. When you join us, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented and motivated Associate Engineer (Aflex) to join our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Become a key player in our Fluid Path NPI team as an Associate Engineer and help us drive forward our ambitious goals.
• The core function of Watson-Marlow’s NPI teams is to deliver new products to market.
• Fluid Path NPI also acts as a custodian of design intent for existing Fluid Path products and must authorize any changes to product or manufacturing processes.
• Assist with the delivery of technical projects that will deliver new products to market.
• Help with documentation, scheduling and reporting (working within ISO9001).
• You will be competent in CAD and be able to draw and modify 3D models.
• Learn to create and update engineering drawings following Engineering Change Orders and will integrate engineering information within Watson-Marlow’s AX and Windchill systems.
• Analyse product requirements to specify prototypes and detail any product testing required to verify designs.
• Engage with existing manufacturing processes to oversee the manufacture of prototypes and subsequent production parts.
• Build prototype hose assemblies for testing as required.
• Conduct the testing of materials, hose assemblies and other relevant attributes.
• Review test data and report findings to the wider team.
• Evaluate and critique ideas and make suggestions for improvements.
• Contribute to risk management of projects and processes through Failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) and process FMEA’s (PFMEAs).
• Engage with the Watson-Marlow’s Health and Safety protocols and systems to ensure safe work at all times.

Skills/Experience

• Basic knowledge of engineering, particularly in terms of new product development.
• You must be able to prioritise work to deliver on time and to budget.
• Competent in at least one CAD programme.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• You can communicate effectively and be willing to ask questions to develop your knowledge.
• Positively engage with environment, health and safety “EHS” requirements and initiatives.
• You are eager to learn.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• A generous holiday allowance
• Three days’ paid volunteering leave
• Additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan

We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we will always consider requests for flexible working. We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so we have introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments.

We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

At Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, we are driven by innovation and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is empowered to make a difference.