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Assistant Project Engineer Placement - Sustainability
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University of Sheffield, The Wrangling, Blackburn with Darwen
- Onsite working
- Full time
- Temporary
Posted 6 days ago, 8 Sep
Job ref: ed185de555fe4b5a90846d49246c02d9
Full Job Description
This 12-month placement is a fantastic opportunity for a student or recent graduate to experience a year in industry as part of their engineering studies. They will support the AMRC Northwest low carbon team to deliver a range of research projects, commercial contracts and business support programmes in fields such as facility and operations decarbonisation, heat recovery, renewable energy systems and smart factory integration. The role will be based in our new £20m+ research facility in Lancashire which has been developed into a £2.5m cutting-edge low carbon smart factory demonstrator.
The role will be varied, offering you exposure to a wide range of technologies and processes, collaborating with companies ranging from small to medium size enterprises (SME) to some of the largest names in manufacturing. Work will encompass the development of sustainability road maps, technology demonstration, life cycle analysis, through to the implementation of IIoT solutions that support the adoption of low carbon technologies, all of which will accelerate the Net Zero journey of our partners., Support the team to identify & deliver projects for manufacturers that will accelerate their Net Zero journey and drive improvements in productivity, process, efficiency & quality.
- Plan, design, develop processes for test and validation of innovative renewable energy systems and low carbon technologies.
- Conduct research into emerging low carbon manufacturing technologies, sustainable manufacturing techniques and process improvements.
- Work with businesses to identify effective data relating to the implementation of renewable systems/energy generation of a suitable scale.
- Research novel technology and its application through into industry to support new technology implementation in manufacturing.
- Work within a multi-disciplinary team (software, electronics, automation, additive & subtractive manufacturing, and data science)
- Work closely with the group to design and deliver quality solutions.
- Report project deliverables, both written and verbally to the team and to customers.
- Ensure all processes comply with the AMRC's quality standards.
- Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post
Person Specification
Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience does not match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.
Criteria
Essential or desirable
Stage(s) assessed at
Currently studying, or recently graduated from a degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline (e.g. mechatronics)
Essential
Application
Experience with at least two of:
- Matlab
- Python
- Excel (VBA)
- AWS
- ANSYS
- Experience in deployment and use of IoT devices
Essential
Application/interview
Experience of successful team working, including teams made up of internal colleagues and external customers with varied skill sets
Essential
Application/interview
Good IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and others
Essential
Application/interview
Ability to assess priorities and manage deadlines
Essential
Application/interview
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, report writing skills and experience of delivering presentations
Essential
Application/interview
Ability to analyse and solve problems using novel approaches with an appreciation of longer-term implications
Essential
Application/interview
Experience in front-end design/user experience (UX)
Desirable
Application/interview
Experience of academic research, literature review and scientific writing
You will be a student studying a STEM subject with a clear understanding of the application of digital technology in the manufacturing environment. We are looking for diverse abilities, including good organisational skills and the ability to research, problem solve, design, and implement ideas in a hands-on environment. This role requires a practical approach, a positive demeanour, and a confident communicator.
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 (for example, 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 the menopause
- paid time off and support for fertility treatment
- and more
More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).
The role will be varied, offering you exposure to a wide range of technologies and processes, collaborating with companies ranging from small to medium size enterprises (SME) to some of the largest names in manufacturing. Work will encompass the development of sustainability road maps, technology demonstration, life cycle analysis, through to the implementation of IIoT solutions that support the adoption of low carbon technologies, all of which will accelerate the Net Zero journey of our partners., Support the team to identify & deliver projects for manufacturers that will accelerate their Net Zero journey and drive improvements in productivity, process, efficiency & quality.
- Plan, design, develop processes for test and validation of innovative renewable energy systems and low carbon technologies.
- Conduct research into emerging low carbon manufacturing technologies, sustainable manufacturing techniques and process improvements.
- Work with businesses to identify effective data relating to the implementation of renewable systems/energy generation of a suitable scale.
- Research novel technology and its application through into industry to support new technology implementation in manufacturing.
- Work within a multi-disciplinary team (software, electronics, automation, additive & subtractive manufacturing, and data science)
- Work closely with the group to design and deliver quality solutions.
- Report project deliverables, both written and verbally to the team and to customers.
- Ensure all processes comply with the AMRC's quality standards.
- Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post
Person Specification
Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience does not match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.
Criteria
Essential or desirable
Stage(s) assessed at
Currently studying, or recently graduated from a degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline (e.g. mechatronics)
Essential
Application
Experience with at least two of:
- Matlab
- Python
- Excel (VBA)
- AWS
- ANSYS
- Experience in deployment and use of IoT devices
Essential
Application/interview
Experience of successful team working, including teams made up of internal colleagues and external customers with varied skill sets
Essential
Application/interview
Good IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and others
Essential
Application/interview
Ability to assess priorities and manage deadlines
Essential
Application/interview
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, report writing skills and experience of delivering presentations
Essential
Application/interview
Ability to analyse and solve problems using novel approaches with an appreciation of longer-term implications
Essential
Application/interview
Experience in front-end design/user experience (UX)
Desirable
Application/interview
Experience of academic research, literature review and scientific writing
You will be a student studying a STEM subject with a clear understanding of the application of digital technology in the manufacturing environment. We are looking for diverse abilities, including good organisational skills and the ability to research, problem solve, design, and implement ideas in a hands-on environment. This role requires a practical approach, a positive demeanour, and a confident communicator.
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 (for example, 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 the menopause
- paid time off and support for fertility treatment
- and more
More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).
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