Fluid Mechanics Engineer

We are exclusively partnering with an emerging technology developer based in Ely on their latest recruitment drive which will see the company double in size. A startup, in R&D stage, financially backed by a wider global organisation, that innovates and creates exceptional products, technologies and services that will improve the lives of people while collaborating with some of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities. Within walking distance of Ely train station this role is accessible from both London and Cambridge within 1 hour. The successful candidate will be at the centre of a high-performance R&D Team that operates under the core SCRUM principles.

Who are we?

We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an awarding-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including: Sales & Marketing, Admin & Customer Service, Technical & Engineering, Industrial & Manufacturing, Finance & Accountancy, Care & Education, Supply Chain & Logistics. 

What our client is looking for:

• A first or postgraduate Degree in Engineering – preferably Aeronautical or Mechanical
• 5+ years of full life cycle experience in R&D of Commercial Products and Technologies
• Experience as a SCRUM team member is an advantage
• Proven experience of writing reports, giving presentations & interacting with customers
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to stakeholders at all levels
• Experience of working as part of a small multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to manage time critical projects to agreed plans and specifications
• Ability to conceptualise and understand the commercial imperative for the project
• Confidence to follow internal product design, specification and certification processes

What your day may look like:

• Design and analyze fluid systems, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed schematics & simulations
• Conduct research and develop new models for understanding fluid behaviour
• Perform complex calculations to predict the behaviour of fluids under different conditions
• Collaborate with other engineers and scientists to develop and test new fluid systems and equipment
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation on research findings and project results
• Plan & manage the smooth functioning of flow facilities of all R&D projects
• Create plans, allocate resource and facilitate the operation of the flow facilities
• Ensure the operation, maintenance and safety of the loop at the highest standard
• Review and evaluate the operational efficiency and safety of the flow loop and other testing facilities so that experimental campaigns are targeted, timely and cost effective.
• Supervise and undertake routine equipment inspections
• Coordinate instrument calibration, troubleshooting and repairs
• Provide PFDs/P&IDs and procedure updates such as loop sketches, logic circuits, calibration and test records in collaboration with R&D engineers and scientists
• Identify and resolve design and integration issues
• Learn about customer needs via face-to-face meetings and pilot testing of prototypes.
• Demonstrate at trade shows to create and maximise opportunities
• Presentation of technology development and its results

If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.