Job Details

Mechatronics Engineer - KTP Associate

Ref:
000081-16
Location:
Other
Faculty/Professional Service:
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Salary:
£32,000 - £35,000 p.a.

About Anglia Ruskin University:

Anglia Ruskin is a vibrant workplace and our University is gaining prominence both nationally and internationally. We have ambitious plans for the future and we are determined that our students and staff will realise their full potential. Our main campuses in the cities of Cambridge, Chelmsford and Peterborough have been transformed with major capital investment. With an annual turnover of over £200m, we are a major force for higher education and one of the largest universities in the East of England. 

About the role:

Project Outline 

As part of an Innovate UK funded Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between Anglia Ruskin and Boddingtons Electrical Limited you’ll lead a project to develop and embed a flexible automation and assembly process, for numerous product variations and insulation complexities, which will be capable of meeting Boddingtons’ current and future demands.

Although you’ll be employed by Anglia Ruskin University, you’ll be based at Boddingtons’ offices in Great Notley, Essex.

Apply your degree through real work and springboard your career!

 

Requirements

 

  • A degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Automation & Control Engineering, or equivalent
  • Experience in project management, PLC programming and ANSYS
  • Experience using CAD packages and engineering tools
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • An ability to communicate confidentially at all levels
  • Commercial awareness
  • Able to travel to ARU campuses and current and potential new Boddingtons’ client sites.

 

About Boddingtons Electrical Limited

Over the last 30 years, Boddingtons has built a reputation for quality, innovative design, bespoke manufacturing solutions and an impressive product line.  They are the leading manufacturer and supplier of 1000V insulated hand tools and electrical safety products to be used on high-voltage live applications. They operate throughout the UK and export to more than 40 countries worldwide.

 

Benefits for the Associate

 

Develop Skills

 

  • The project will present you with a unique opportunity to gain experience of a new manufacturing development cycle from research, through simulation and prototyping to implementation.
  • You’ll gain access to specialist resources and world-leading academics with knowledge in advanced manufacturing, simulation and automation.
  • You’ll have the opportunity to gain further qualifications and certifications, with dedicated training time and a generous training budget.

 

Take the Lead

 

  • You’ll be the project lead, managing your own workload and ensuring outputs.
  • You’ll direct problem-solving activities and your own learning.
  • You’ll have creative freedom to suggest changes and develop the project plan.

 

Interact

 

  • You’ll have continuous support from your academic and company supervisors.
  • You’ll work with innovative and ambitious company staff, including contact with senior management.
  • You’ll liaise with current and new Boddingtons’ clients to see the real-life impact of your work.

 

For further information or enquiries about this role please email knowledge@anglia.ac.uk.

 

Closing date: 11 February 2020

 
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We value diversity at Anglia Ruskin University and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
 

Committed to being inclusive and open to discuss flexible working. 

Guidance Notes:

For a list of key requirements, please download the Job Description and Person Specification below. To apply for this role please demonstrate how your skills and experience match the criteria in the person specification.  

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