Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing family-owned business with an excellent reputation in their field.

Steve Vick International (SVI) is dedicated to delivering cost-saving, innovative solutions for damaged, redundant, or outdated underground pipework. Since its foundation in 1981, SVI has been at the forefront in developing products and techniques for the repair, renovation and decommissioning of pipes. Predominantly our work has been in the gas industry but increasingly we are undertaking projects in the water and nuclear sectors.

We are looking to recruit a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer on a full time, permanent basis. We are looking for a talented individual who can bring a positive, creative and innovative approach to the business, working as part of a team designing products from concept to implementation. Ideally you will be a graduate, or with 1-2 years' experience within a product design / mechanical engineering background. This role is office based, with the ability to work from home when required.

The Role:

Within this role, you will be required to:

Utilise CAD to develop 3D models and corresponding fabrication drawings / BOMs. Undertake product design improvements when the business requires. Analyse failures to improve future designs. Function well in a collaborative team and be open minded about new ideas, as well as bringing your own ideas to design discussions. Identify new ideas or potential problems within the utilities industry and present potential conceptual designs and ideas to tackle these problems. Produce written reports detailing design, testing results, conclusions and recommendations. These reports could be viewed by customers and clients during and after innovation projects. Work within the development team to produce conceptual ideas, and carry them through all the way to completion, for products and services that can be manufactured and supplied to the UK utilities industries. These currently include gas, water and nuclear. On occasion, travel within the UK to observe, assess and report on the field trial use of products that you have designed. Attend exhibitions and industry meetings to improve your knowledge of the industry and help identify possible business opportunities.

Success Factors

The ideal candidate will have an appreciation of the following:

Experience and/or interest in the design of moving parts and small/medium machinery. Ability to function as part of a design team where teamwork and collaboration are key to the successful delivery of projects. An understanding of the product design process, with the awareness and ability to manage your own time and workload. A willingness to learn new skills and to work with other members of the team when designing new products and systems. A drive to continually learn and improve, including further education, CPD and in-house training.

Competencies, Skills and Knowledge

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Integrated Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, or a similar STEM subject. They will also be working towards professional registration with a recognised engineering body, including (but not limited to) Chartership or Incorporated with the iMechE. Applicants without a degree will also be considered, if relevant experience is held. Ideally you will:

Have a strong ability using CAD software (Autodesk Inventor, or similar) Able to carry out tasks such as finite element analysis, structural calculations & various mechanical design functions Ability to utilise / learn the use of rapid prototyping techniques, such as 3D printing Awareness of basic manufacturing techniques, with the awareness to design for manufacture Strong ability using Microsoft Office, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. Ideally an awareness of project management Software, such as Asana or Jira

Benefits

Casual Dress Company Events Company Pension Cycle to Work Scheme iMechE SRS Scheme & Professional Registration Fees Private Medicare Opt in
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Graduate

Pay: 28,000.00-33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Private medical insurance Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bradford-On-Avon BA15 2AU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Junior Mechanical Engineer