Join a dynamic research team delivering impact to manufacturing in the North West!
Experienced with manufacturing automation, mechatronics or robotic systems? The AMRC North West team are looking for a Project Engineer for Automation to join and help grow our applied research capability, supporting North West industries with innovative technologies!
You will be working in our new state-of-the art facility at Samlesbury, Lancashire, in a well-connected team with world-leading reputations in the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre.
This role will be based in the area of Battery and Automation. You will cover a range of automated assembly and robotics applications across sectors such as aerospace, automotive, small/medium enterprise support, and high-voltage battery pack assembly. We would require a hands-on approach when involved with the design and physical integration of robotic equipment.
As this role requires the building of novel automation concepts, it provides an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in the latest manufacturing technologies.
You will:
- Be educated to degree level (or equivalent industrial experience).
- Have a consistent track record of technical delivery of automation development projects.
- Have a knowledge of process automation and digital manufacturing technologies.
What We Offer
The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.
We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more.
Find out more at sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits and join us to become part of something special.
We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.