For anyone with the appetite to work in a start-up R&D environment with early-stage technology, you need look no further.
Now over 10 years into their journey, with much of it operating in stealth mode, this organisation based in picturesque South Cambridgeshire has a superb opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer.
Operating in the sustainable energy storage space, this company released their technology earlier this year and are now moving to adventures on the pilot line. This is where you come in….
The Role:
- Lead projects focused on developing the mechanical aspects of cells
- Lead validation of new technology, scale-up and implementation into new prototypes
- Identify development opportunities and find creative solutions to improve a prototype's KPIs
- Generate new prototype concepts and lead experimental activity
- Assist in driving the interface between both Research and Prototype Development teams
- Look at long term manufacturing strategies for potential future commercial applications and products
- Lead, develop and grow a small team, identifying capabilities and skills
About You:
- Suitably degree qualified with 5-7 years' broad mechanical engineering experience, including leading or mentoring a small team
- Experience with the mechanical design of energy storage and conversion technologies
- Product oriented
- Hands-on engineering skillset with a solid understanding of chemical systems and processes
- NPI knowledge and experience
- Able to help set up and kit out a mechanical lab
- Experience of process development and optimisation, with a focus on pilot line manufacturing
- Experience in scaling up technology and increasing TRL
- Project management experience
There is great potential for your role to evolve into a 'Head of', as the company grows!
The Package:
It's decent and the organisation will provide sponsorship for the right person. Ask for further details!