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Engineering jobs on the Polytec Personnel website en-gb Copyright: (C) Polytec Personnel 180 Job PurposeTo provide both on-site and remote engineering support for automation products in the UK, Europe and USA as directed.Key Job Accountabilities• Act as first and second line support for the field installed base of automation products, including fault finding and rectification.• Responsible for maintaining fault finding data, and feedback of product data to customers and internal groups within the company.• Maintaining call status data in the Sunrise call management database to ensure that customer information is up to date and accurate.• Installation and commissioning of the product range as required.• Conduct customer operator and maintenance training for products as required.• Liaison with the Product Support Engineers, Customer Support Engineers and the Technical Support Engineer.• To install product hardware and software upgrades to already installed customer equipment and obtain customer acceptance.Education/Qualifications/Special TrainingEither HND or Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering. Formal training in hardware set-up and configuration (PLC and Windows/NTandXP operating environments). Field engineering experience would be considered in lieu of a formal qualification.Experience• 5+ years of working in a test or field service/support environment within a high-tech engineering/manufacturing company – ideally on capital equipment or special purpose machines• Experience of electrical and mechanical fault-finding at system and component level• Understanding of automatic mechanisms and their associated electrical control systems• Previous experience of operating on-call/call-out/immediate travel, both in and out of normal working hours.Key Job SkillsEssential• Effective either working as part of a team or on own initiative• Self motivated, conscientious and reliable• Able to work effectively under pressure• Excellent time management skills• Able to prioritise workload• Willingness and flexibility to work away from home and travel overseas as and when necessaryDesirable• Foreign language skills.• 16/17th edition electrical qualificationsAdditional Information• Full clean driving licence and passport with no travel restrictions• Able to accept immunisation requirements• Ability to work within confined spaces• The jobholder could be expected to be on call out of normal office hours and at weekends.• Able to travel extensively once trained - 70-80% of the time. http://www.polytec.co.uk/jobs/field_support_engineer_23031.html Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:01:08 GMT Working in a highly creative, technical environment, you will have a leading role in contributing to solutions on a wide variety of medical device projects, from the initial concept and analytical stages through to prototype delivery and manufacturing introduction.You will also have the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of technical projects in other industry sectors.To be successful, you will have strong creativity with a good understanding of this industry sector gained through firsthand experience of medical device development. You will be able to lead or contribute to multi-disciplinary teams working in a wide range of technical disciplines, and be able to deliver demanding projects to high quality, on time and on budget. You must be self-motivated, comfortable with presenting your work and ideas to clients and highly adaptable.You will ideally have:- 1st or 2:1 from a leading university in Engineering or Physics- Strong creativity coupled with an analytical and enquiring mind- Excellent communication skills- Experience in an appropriate sector of medical devices gained either in industry or in a consultancy http://www.polytec.co.uk/jobs/medical_devices_engineer_23017.html Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:01:08 GMT Your role will be to provide maritime focussed training to customers worldwide. The applicant will need good fundamental radar knowledge in both operational and operational terms. Good presentation skills, an outgoing personality and the ability to travel worldwide for periods of time are also required.Employed within a full EW Specialist role acting as the Radar ESM Specialist in all matters pertaining to Radar ESM Electronic Warfare. You will also be the main focus for all UKTI, DDefSy, Central Government and oversee and advise on all external 3rd Parties specialist software provision agreements pertaining to RESM.You must be able to work for long periods, unsupervised and must be able to make informed decisions on a case by case basis and be completely trustworthy in all aspects of the tasks at hand.You will become a member of a close knit team and at times be required to operate outside your comfort zone and be able to show flair and imagination but above all – flexibility towards achieving the aims and goals for our client. You will be involved in all city activities and will act as the RESM PoC for any high level discussions and all high level future development discussions. You will report for MSc purposes to the MSc Coordinator for all such matters.You will be required to enhance current EW and RESM focussed course material, create new material for EW as well as hands on delivery role within the EWSOC and Radar ESM sphere of EW.SKILL AREA MANDATORY SKILL REQUIREMENTS DESIRABLE SKILL REQUIREMENTSA good overall understanding of EW across all aspects of the Maritime and Land environmentsStrong operational Navel Radar (ESM) experience and a successful military career a necessityWell organised, realistic and reliableAssertive and dynamic Appreciation of the Air EW environmentRoyal Navy Communications Technician / EW Staff OfficerGCHQ / NSA knowledge of operations Exposure of EW training simulations including software such as EWSSELINT Analysis Tools experienceRESM/EW Database experiencePersonal Qualities Effectiveness both as a leader or team memberShares information and knowledge with colleaguesExcellent communication skills, both written and oralHigh degree of self-motivation, honesty, integrity and trustworthinessOrganisationally aligned, assertive and dynamic “team player”Success oriented and focused to delivering services to end customersHighly client focused with an attention on qualitySpecific Skills In depth knowledge of ELINT analysisDetailed understanding and experience of RESM Focussed Operations Knowledge of complex signals collection and analysis an advantageMarkets - Commercially aware and sales mindedKnowledge of the UK MoD Procurement procedures (DEandA / IPTs etc)Knowledge of the Royal Navy and Tri Service Training Establishments (HMS Collingwood and JSSU Chicksands) Other Successful and demonstrable full military EW career experience mandatoryGood presentation skills Experience in EW training provision designEnergetic and willing to be part of a flexible specialist team.OTHER INFORMATIONRequired start date: ASAP Start Date:Salary range: up to £40K depending on experience http://www.polytec.co.uk/jobs/consultant_radar_trainer_23004.html Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:01:07 GMT OVERVIEW : Responsible for creating and developing solutions to technical problems, generating Intellectual Property for our client and adding value for their commercial exploitation and consultancy partners. Required to live up to the core values of 'technical excellence', 'trust' (safely placed in our client by its partners), and 'radical' (innovative approach to technical and business matters). Expected to work in a professional, efficient, and organised manner, both alone and as part of a team, communicating clearly internally and externally. MAIN DUTIES: To carry out tasks as required within the scope of the role, including:• research and development of commercially valuable technologies.• identifying markets and companies with whom our client can create and develop ideas or products,• building and maintaining relations with individuals and or companies who may value their services,• managing projects and budgets,• preparing proposals, reports, presentations etc., for potential and actual clients,• travel to client’s premises or other meeting venues either within the UK or abroad. • be able to maximise opportunity to continue client relationships and develop new business, both through existing and new clients.To comply with formal requirements such as:• adhering to Health and Safety requirements and other relevant rules and regulations,• being familiar with and following the Company Handbook, • completing forms and timesheets,• so far as possible, following standard company operating procedures, • being answerable to one’s Line Manager and the Managing Director. COMPETENCIES: Essential: • An outstanding understanding of applied physics and engineering principles.• Creativity and problem solving skills.• Good mathematical/analytical skills.• Self motivation and an ability to operate with minimal supervision Desirable: • Expertise in analogue and digital electronics.• Knowledge of design for manufacture and manufacturing processes.• Power electronics design• Commercial experience, especially in a consultancy or engineering context.• Proven experience of selling technical consultancy.• Practical laboratory or workshop experience. QUALIFICATIONS• A good first degree (2.1 or above) in engineering or a related subject from a top University. • A higher degree (PhD) is advantageous, but not essential. http://www.polytec.co.uk/jobs/technology_developer_-_applied_physics_22992.html Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:01:08 GMT Your role will be to produce shipping documentation for outgoing products to International customers. The role will ensure that the paperwork is appropriate for the destination country and ensure that our client is up to date with all current and new legislation. In addition the booking of transport for collection, tracking of goods and advising customers of shipment details are a key part of this role. Measure of Success: Raising of delivery notes and shipping paperwork in line with destination country requirements. No shipping or customs delays can occur due to our client’s conforming to shipping requirements. You will deal with any shipment related issues, with courier, our client’s offices or local custom offices. Timely resolution, ensuring all parties kept up to date and informed. Ensure corrective actions are both implemented and documented. You will maintain subscriptions with appropriate information sources to ensure that current and new legislation is available to our client. Ensure knowledge of shipping legislation is both current and in depth and shared within the company as appropriate. Achieve zero non-conformance on shipping and customs issues. You will be required to organise the booking of couriers and transportation in line with shipping requirements and customer expectations and ensure appropriate transportation and on time pick up of goods.Key Internal Relationships: Sales Coordinator, Goods in / Despatch and the Sales Offices.Key Challenges: Ensure our client is current and conforms to latest Shipping legislation. Accuracy and completeness of paperwork are essential. Strive for zero non conformances. Timely resolution of issues and corrective action implementation is required.Person Specification: Detailed, accurate, questioning, tenacious, demonstrates ownership, works on own initiative, improvement focussed, understands and sets own priorities, excellent communication skills.Qualifications and experience A proven record in similar role, with a high level of knowledge in all aspects of shipping, customs and related legislation. Ideally working towards or have a professional qualification in this area. http://www.polytec.co.uk/jobs/shipping_clerk_22967.html Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:01:07 GMT Our client is seeking an ink chemist to join an expanding team that is now delivering revolutionary digital printing technology into the marketplace. The role will involve formulating specialised inks from laboratory scale through to manufacture and will encompass both direct hands-on activity and close liaison with global manufacturing partners. This position will be responsible for maintaining existing ink products and for developing new ones.The candidate should also have relevant experience and demonstrable skills in the following:- Colloidal dispersion - Colloid measurement - Formulation (preferably of inks) - Industrial manufacturing Requirements:The successful candidate will possess the following:- A BSc with a 1st or 2.1 class in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science or equivalent, and a PhD from a leading institute- Must have substantial industrial experience working within product development environment- Good knowledge of organic chemistry as used in ink formulations- Hands-on experience with standard laboratory techniques- Prior experience with inkjet inks formulation, inkjet media, and colour science will be an advantage- Experience of working in a laboratory environment, researching, preparing and evaluating solvent and oil based pigment dispersion and associated ink formulations- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form, to all levels of the organisation- Ability to effectively plan and perform experiments to ensure delivery of results in a timely manner- Ability to interpret experimental results and make recommendations both written and verbally in a concise manner- Knowledge and experience in using Root Cause Analysis and other systematic problem solving as well as Design OF Experiments (DOE) methods http://www.polytec.co.uk/jobs/ink_chemist_22908.html Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:01:06 GMT Main purpose of the jobTo take a leading role in the analysis, design and delivery of multi-disciplinary projects in the field of drug delivery products and devices. The position will require you to apply your numerical and analytical skills to the development of world-leading medical products for clients around the globe.Specific responsibilitiesThis position involves taking lead roles within development projects with exposure to all aspects of development from concept creation to final product delivery. You will be involved in organising and progressing the analytical engineering effort to meet the requirements of the project as well as providing creative solutions to fluid and thermodynamic problems. Significant project management tasks may also be a key part of the role.You will use your strong technical expertise to develop relationships with current and future clients by understanding their needs, writing proposals to define the work programmes, holding technical workshops and presenting data. You will provide a technical point of contact within the company for clients. You will manage tasks within projects requiring delivery within tight timescales and budgets, managing both internal and external resources. You will also be required to oversee and advise on implementation by less experienced engineers.Your specific responsibilities will include:- Definition of technical solutions for product or system developments- Leading engineers to realise your technical solutions- Undertake or lead numerical / CFD analyses of concepts and solutions- Develop new and novel solutions to complex fluid and thermodynamic problems- Writing technical reports and producing high quality design documentationMinimum requirements- To meet the requirements of this role, you will have an excellent first degree in a numerical or engineering related subject and should have a proven high level of practical experience and technical skills. - Exposure to the healthcare industry such as a Pharmaceutical or Medical Device company would be a strong advantage. - A PhD in a numerical subject would also be desirable- An excellent knowledge of analytical techniques for solving fluid and thermodynamic problems is essential. - A good theoretical understanding and practical experience of CFD codes and techniques is desirable, preferably commercial codes such as Fluent, CFX or STAR. - Experience in 3D CAD, preferably Pro Engineer and Solid Works would be beneficial although not essential. http://www.polytec.co.uk/jobs/analytical_engineer_22425.html Thu, 24 Dec 2009 11:01:05 GMT User Centred Design Engineer The client is seeking bright, ambitious user centred design engineer to help create, analyse and develop new medical technologies. The successful candidates will be expected to make a solid contribution to a group with core business in drug delivery devices, manufacturing systems, diagnostic instrumentation and surgical technology.You will be expected to:• Contribute to and lead teams that execute new or existing product usability plans and concepts• Effectively integrate with a talented multi-disciplinary team of like-minded peopleYou will have: • A 1st or 2.1 degree in engineering followed by a postgraduate qualification in industrial design (with an emphasis on usability), human factors, user centred design or similar• In depth knowledge of human factors and user centred design• Experience of conducting user research• A track record of medical product development • A background in some of the following - psychology, ethnography, inclusive design or ergonomics• An understanding of or experience in FDA/MDD legislation on human factors would be beneficialEmployment benefits• Highly competitive salary and benefits• Professional development into a variety of technical, business and leadership roles• Participation in a fast moving company with the opportunity to make a visible contribution to the success and growth of the division within the company. http://www.polytec.co.uk/jobs/user_centred_design_engineer_22402.html Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:01:08 GMT Main purpose of the jobTo take a leading role in the design and delivery of multi-disciplinary projects in the field of diagnostic product development. The position will require you to apply your extensive diagnostic product development experience and project leadership skills to the development of world-leading medical products for our clients around the globe.Type of work undertaken by the division/groupYour specific responsibilities will vary according to your particular expertise but are likely to include:- Definition of technical solutions for product or system developments- Provide technical leadership as either a technical authority or systems lead- Systems engineering or technical review of complex development projects- Compilation of system architecture specifications- Project management of significant development projects- Root cause analysis and leadership of problem solving through laboratory based investigation- Transfer of designs to manufacture through liaison with external suppliers- Writing technical reports and producing high quality design documentation- Contribute to the companies external profile through development of IP or as technical author- You will also support the diagnostics business development function, exhibiting and presenting at key conferences and representing the Diagnostics Group at sales meetings. - You will use your strong technical expertise and knowledge of the diagnostic product development field to develop relationships with current and future clients by demonstrating an understanding of their needs and writing proposals to define work programmes.Minimum requirements- To meet the requirements of this role you should have a very high level of practical experience with proven technical skills in either optics, electronics/software, electromechanics, or fluidics and have spent substantial time in an engineering design environment.- You should be capable of acting as systems lead for complex multidisciplinary projects.- You should have significant experience in diagnostics either within a product company or consultancy with direct experience of in-vitro diagnostics.- You should have excellent oral and written communication skills.- You should be a self-motivated team player who is highly enthusiastic about the diagnostic product development area- Significant project management or project leadership experience is essential.- An excellent understanding of medical device development processes compliant with ISO 13485 and QSR is also a key requirement. http://www.polytec.co.uk/jobs/senior_consultant_diagnostic_product_development_22278.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:01:05 GMT Specific responsibilitiesAs a senior member of staff, you will support the clean technology business in a variety of ways from exhibiting and presenting at key conferences to representing the group at sales meetings. You will use your strong technical expertise and knowledge of the clean technology field to develop relationships with current and future clients by understanding their needs, writing proposals to define the work programmes, holding technical workshops and presenting data. You will provide a technical point of contact within the company for clients. Significant project management tasks will be a key part of the role, and you will lead multi-disciplinary projects teams and have a demonstrable understanding of systems engineering.Your specific responsibilities will vary according to your particular expertise but are likely to include:- Technical authority on clean technology projects- Technical expert for consulting projects- Definition of technical solutions for product or system developments- Leading design engineers to realise your technical solution- Project management of significant development projects- Systems engineering or technical review of complex development projects- Compilation of system architecture specifications- Transfer of designs to manufacture through liaison with external suppliers- Writing technical reports and producing high quality design documentationMinimum requirementsTo meet the requirements of this role you should have: - A demonstrable track record in the delivery of technology rich projects- A high level of practical experience within an engineering design environment along with deep technical and theoretical skills. - An excellent first degree in an engineering or science related discipline is essential. - Knowledge of the broader clean technology area is required, ideally you will have recent experience in the renewable energy or clean technology sectors.- You should be a self-motivated team player who is highly enthusiastic about the future of clean technology. - Significant project management or project leadership experience is essential. http://www.polytec.co.uk/jobs/senior_consultant_cleantech_22277.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:01:05 GMT