Prototype Design & Development Engineer

Job description

3330073
Additional Cities

Cheltenham
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Aviation
Business Segment

Aviation Engineering
Function

Engineering/Technology
Country/Territory

United Kingdom
Postal Code

GL52 8SF
Role Summary/Purpose

assist in the construction and design for prototype, demonstrator, experimental item assembly using various materials, parts and techniques
3D printing, laser cutting, and laser scanning.
working with the qualification and engineering labs and manufacturing to support investigations and product enhancements
Prototype PCB rework and wiring looms and harnesses.
liaise with equipment suppliers/procurement/manufacturing to ensure cost effective and timely supply
Essential Responsibilities

You will be a self-motivated team player with strong communication and influencing skills.
Ideally you will be educated to HNC/HND /Degree standard in a relevant discipline, Electronics or machining with demonstrable experience within a manufacturing / engineering environment.

The role will require a hands-on approach, so candidates will need to demonstrate: 

·  A basic knowledge of electronics, a basic knowledge of mechanical design 
·  use of test rigs and associated test electrical/electronic equipment 
·  strong organisational skills 
·  the ability to interpret and create assembly & test instructions 
·  problem solving tools and techniques 
·  clear documentation skills 
·  familiarity with Requirements Management 
·  interdepartmental liaison skills 
·  Aware of and be prepared to be trained for WDS, SSS, Windchill, Visio and TIPQA. 
·  Confident in the use of MS Office suite. 
·  Drive to work towards an HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent qualification. 
·  Aware of export compliance processes and be able to tag items and data. 
·  Must be able to work on both commercial and military programs. 
·  working with the lab members, from the accelerator, qualification and engineering labs and manufacturing to support investigations and product enhancements  Prototype PCB rework and wiring looms and harnesses. 
·  liaise with equipment suppliers/procurement/manufacturing to ensure cost effective and timely supply
Qualifications/Requirements

·  A drive to work towards an HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent qualification. 
·  You will be a self-motivated team player with strong communication and influencing skills. 
·  Ideally you will be educated to HNC/HND /Degree standard in a relevant discipline, Electronics or machining with demonstrable experience within a manufacturing / engineering environment.

·  Knowledge of Siemens Software 12, SolidWorks, Catia, Slicer, CorelDraw.
·  Experience of harness work and PCB development - Design Spark, EasyPC, Mentor Graphics.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the UK Border Agency website http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/61212/hmg-personnel-security-controls.pdf

Desired Characteristics

·  Able to communicate at all levels i.e. Senior Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, external suppliers, customers and Lab Team. 
·  Self-managing all tasks in a creative flexible, collaborative and proactive way with proven competency. 
·  Adaptable technical skills for future development of the lab. 
·  Comfortable working and contributing into a rapid, experimental, development, prototype environment. 
·  Prepared to walk the system to ensure rapid task delivery, coving other job rolls where appropriate. 
·  Proven ability to deliver complex tasks with minimal management support. 
·  Flexibility and ability to deliver under tight time scales. Able to multitask, prioritise and deliver with integrity and accountability. 
·  Ensure the lab operates within an iterative “Fastworks” mentality i.e. evaluate previous performance, and propose changes to the lab operation, when consensus is reached implement the changes and evaluate performance.
About Us

The NPI Accelerator Lab builds prototype product, and builds manufacturing aids and assembly aids to support the rest of the business.

using additive manufacturing - 3D printing in a range of materials , laser cuttering in acrylics, laser scanning, traditional machining, pcb prototyping, and wiring/ harnessing,building prototype test equipment, and using traditional hand tools and assembly skills..

GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.
Employment decisions are made without regard to disability, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age or any other characteristics protected by law.
AtGE Aviation , we are imagination at work. Whether we’re manufacturing components for our GEnx engines or driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, the GE Aviation teams are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into advances in aviation that solve some of the world’s toughest problems. Join us and you’ll find yourself in a dynamic environment where our ongoing, substantial investment in research and development keeps us moving forward and looking ahead. At GE, developing people is embedded in our culture and integral to our growth. Here you’ll work collaboratively and across functions with the highest caliber talent, utilizing cutting-edge technology and processes. Whether it’s the next generation of ecomagination products or the future of aircraft engines, we’ve got the state-of-the-art resources to make those innovations a reality. If you’re passionate about aviation and looking for a career rich with challenges and unlimited opportunities for growth and advancement, then join GE in reengineering the sky through aviation innovations that will impact the globe for generations to come.

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Primary Country

United Kingdom
Primary State/Province

England
Primary City

Cheltenham