Job Description

Electric Power Steering Technologist (KTP Associate) (109581-0625)

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Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department
WMG
Position Type
Fixed Term
Duration
Fixed term contract for 33 months
Salary
38,205 - 42,978 per annum
About the Role

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Sul Ademi (Lead Engineer, Electric Machines) at S.Ademi@warwick.ac.uk

This post is part of the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) initiative funded by Innovate UK. KTP is a UK-wide programme that has been helping businesses for almost 50 years to improve their competitiveness and productivity through the better use of knowledge, technology and skills that reside within the UK Knowledge Base. An exciting opportunity exists to manage a KTP between the highly regarded Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the University of Warwick, and Shaftec Automotive Components Limited a company, based in Hockley, Birmingham.


Shaftec has been supplying remanufactured and new parts to the motor trade for over 20 years and is now firmly established as the leading transmission, steering and braking supplier to the UK aftermarket. Not only do we offer customers the largest range of premium products, backed by the highest levels of availability but also exceptional customer service which is supported by our ISO:9001:2015 accreditation.


Shaftec continually strives to increase its current customer base within the UK, as well as expanding into left-hand drive market opportunities in Europe. This KTP opportunity will support both of these objectives.


The individual taking this position will lead the project to develop a deeper understanding of the technical requirements needed for electric power steering (EPS) unit controllers, including testing and diagnosing end-of-life steering systems, thereby informing remanufacturing processes. Both existing and under remanufacture EPS systems are within the scope of the investigation and knowledge creation exercise. Outputs of the project will be used to support planning and commercial exploitation of opportunities for the remanufacture of EPS systems. The Associate will also work closely with the Shaftec team to improve the knowledge base of the marketing and sales team in electrification.


The successful applicant will be employed by the University of Warwick, but will be based at Shaftec in Birmingham. The Associate will work closely with the Shaftec EPS team as well as receiving support and guidance from academics and engineers from the University of Warwick's Power Electronics, Machines and Drives (PEMD) group within WMG. The Associate will have access to the equipment in the Power Electronics Laboratory and new Winding Centre of Excellence (WCE) at WMG to demonstrate the viability of EPS testing methods in the laboratory environment. The Associate will gain experience of working with suppliers in a manufacturing environment and will be well placed for future employment opportunities in transport electrification, particularly in manufacturing. There is the likelihood of employment within Shaftec to continue the knowledge transfer into the company.



About You
You will be a self-starter and start solving real-world problems from day one. You will be educated to post-graduate level in Electrical/Electronic, Mechatronics, Automation, Control Engineering or a similar scientific discipline, with competencies in power electronics, electric machines and control. A knowledge of practical automotive engineering experience with an emphasis on validation, integration of vehicle powertrain systems and associated tool environment would be beneficial, although this can be provided during the project. The Associate will be provided with a training and development budget for skills in areas relevant to the successful delivery of the project.


For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.



About the Department
WMG is the largest department at the University of Warwick with over 800 staff, world renowned for providing innovative solutions to industry through its research, development and education programmes. Our industry focussed education portfolio includes nearly 3,000 students studying management, technology and applied engineering subjects, at postgraduate and undergraduate level. We have high expectations for our teaching and our courses are regularly ranked top in the UK and amongst the leading courses in their field in the world.


At WMG we are committed to supporting staff to achieve their potential. We currently hold the Athena SWAN Silver Award and the University of Warwick holds an Institutional Silver Award: a national initiative that recognizes the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression and success for all in academia.


For further information about WMG, please visit our website.


For further information on the WMG centre High Value Manufacturing Catapult, please see our website.


Further information about the Energy Innovation Centre can be found here.


We believe there should be no barriers to continuing education, and we strive to ensure that the future workforce has the skills they need to become the UK's upcoming engineers and inventors.


Our unique approach to undergraduate education enables full-time students, Higher Apprentices, and full-time employees to gain an engineering degree.


Our teaching staff deliver educational programmes not just at Warwick, but internationally, and the knowledge we can leverage from our research excellence enables our students to reach their highest possible standards.


Full details of our range of undergraduate and Degree Apprenticeships can be found here.



About the University
Born in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We're one of the world's top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK, with 92% of our research assessed to be 'world leading or internationally excellent'*.


You'll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.

QS World University Rankings 2024

Research Excellence Framework 2021


To find out more about us visit our website.



How to Apply

CLOSING DATE: Sunday 13th July at 23:55 (BST)

To apply, submit an application form by the closing date.


Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application form past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 23:30).


You will have to attach a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include your employment history (including your most recent employment), your education history, and any other relevant experience. Your cover letter should explain your motivations for applying to the role. It should also explain, using examples, how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the Right to Work in the UK
If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK.