Location: Cambridge We're seeking an experienced Lead Mechatronic Engineer to spearhead the development of our autonomous harvesting robot. In this role, you'll design, build, and test prototypes, ensuring the system's robustness and manufacturability for market readiness. Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of the robotic platform for precision harvesting. Integrate sensors, electronics, software, and electromechanical devices into cost-effective designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system integration and manufacturing processes. Conduct field trials and validation at grower sites. Manage projects, partnerships, and suppliers to meet timelines and budgets. Present technical reports and updates to senior leadership. Oversee CAD and PDM infrastructure, providing training and support. Qualifications/Experience: Degree in Mechatronic Engineering or equivalent. 5+ years of product development experience in robotics or manufacturing. Expertise in SolidWorks, Altium, and the full product development life cycle. Proficient in 3D CAD modelling, tolerance analysis, and design for manufacturability. Ability to lead projects, interpret customer needs, and translate requirements. Skilled in managing multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities. Experience with design for manufacturing principles and FEA (preferred). Familiarity with robot arm actuators, end-effectors/grippers, and soft robotics. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills. Excellent team player with the ability to work autonomously. Proficient in MS Office tools Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
23/04/2024
Full time
Location: Cambridge We're seeking an experienced Lead Mechatronic Engineer to spearhead the development of our autonomous harvesting robot. In this role, you'll design, build, and test prototypes, ensuring the system's robustness and manufacturability for market readiness. Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of the robotic platform for precision harvesting. Integrate sensors, electronics, software, and electromechanical devices into cost-effective designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system integration and manufacturing processes. Conduct field trials and validation at grower sites. Manage projects, partnerships, and suppliers to meet timelines and budgets. Present technical reports and updates to senior leadership. Oversee CAD and PDM infrastructure, providing training and support. Qualifications/Experience: Degree in Mechatronic Engineering or equivalent. 5+ years of product development experience in robotics or manufacturing. Expertise in SolidWorks, Altium, and the full product development life cycle. Proficient in 3D CAD modelling, tolerance analysis, and design for manufacturability. Ability to lead projects, interpret customer needs, and translate requirements. Skilled in managing multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities. Experience with design for manufacturing principles and FEA (preferred). Familiarity with robot arm actuators, end-effectors/grippers, and soft robotics. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills. Excellent team player with the ability to work autonomously. Proficient in MS Office tools Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Project Technical Lead - Software - Tech/Engineering Sector - Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefits - Paignton Job Title - Project Technical Lead - Software Benefits - Pension, Life Insurance, Health Care, Dental, Gym, Birthday Benefits, 25 days' annual leave, Fitness Classes & Progression Location - Paignton The Client - Curo are Partnering with a Global Company who deliver their B2B Customers cutting-edge technology. Their automated test and assurance solutions accelerate technology development in the lab, and ensure new products and services perform in the real world. Their innovative portfolio of products and services address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies: 5G, SD-WAN, Cloud, Autonomous Vehicles and beyond. The Candidate - The successful candidate will be comfortable in a leadership position, with excellent communication skills. The role requires demonstrable hands-on experience in working within a structured engineering environment that includes Requirements Analysis/Definition, Design/Implementation, Defect Tracking, and Testing. Experience in developing software applications, eg C++ programming would be very relevant, as well as a proven background in New Product Introduction. This role would suit a candidate from an Engineering background, electronics, scientific, computing, robotics or RF skills and experience would be highly transferrable. The Role - The Project Technical Lead is responsible for all elements of technical project leadership for their assigned projects within the organisations Product development team. This involves leadership of cross functional teams and liaising with various functions throughout the organisation. There may be times when there are conflicting design decisions around project development, so confidence with conflict resolution would stand you in good stead. This role requires Individual contribution towards project delivery. Key Duties - Technical Leadership of projects made up of cross discipline engineers at varying levels of seniority. Coordinate and provide technical input into Product Management Team against customer requirements. Determine technical resource required for project execution. Requirements capture. Work with the organisations Product Realisation Process, including all stages of the product life cycle: Concept, Requirements capture, planning/estimation, detailed design, implementation, qualification, and end of life. Leading design review meetings (including gathering required inputs and completing documentation). Determine validation and qualification requirements working closely with Product verification team. Providing technical leadership to a cross functional team during the design and development of technical projects. Includes need to understand and account for requirements outside of normal discipline (eg HW and non-engineering teams). Work with Project Management Office (PMO) to provide technical updates on project progress, monitor risks and execute Project plans. Make decisions around technical implementation of projects. Work with PMO to manage resource contention. Be an individual contributor within projects in areas of engineering discipline. Consider inputs from all areas of the business required for product launch (eg operations, Global Services, Supply chain, Commercial). Requirements - Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar discipline. Demonstrable hands-on experience in working within a structured engineering environment that includes Requirements Analysis/Definition, Design/Implementation, Defect Tracking, and Testing. Demonstrable experience of project technical leadership. Business acumen. Excellent interpersonal communication, problem solving, presentation and analytical skills. Team player with highly collaborative and positive attitude. Eager to learn new technologies, self-motivated, energetic approach. Demonstrable mentoring and training experience. Experience in developing software applications, eg C++ programming. New Product Introduction experience. Knowledge of Project management tools and methods. System level design including hard and soft elements. Software design methodology. Initiative step up and take action without being asked. Look for opportunities to make a difference. Resourcefulness adapt to new/difficult situations and devise ways to overcome obstacles. Decisive, determined, and persistent demonstrating both individual and collective ownership. Leading by example and results oriented focus is on getting to the desired outcome. Ability to both own and lead multi-disciplinary projects through the Project Realisation Process. Consistent approach. Organisational skills. Creativity original/innovative thinker, ability to go beyond traditional approaches. To apply for this Project Technical Lead permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
23/04/2024
Full time
Project Technical Lead - Software - Tech/Engineering Sector - Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefits - Paignton Job Title - Project Technical Lead - Software Benefits - Pension, Life Insurance, Health Care, Dental, Gym, Birthday Benefits, 25 days' annual leave, Fitness Classes & Progression Location - Paignton The Client - Curo are Partnering with a Global Company who deliver their B2B Customers cutting-edge technology. Their automated test and assurance solutions accelerate technology development in the lab, and ensure new products and services perform in the real world. Their innovative portfolio of products and services address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies: 5G, SD-WAN, Cloud, Autonomous Vehicles and beyond. The Candidate - The successful candidate will be comfortable in a leadership position, with excellent communication skills. The role requires demonstrable hands-on experience in working within a structured engineering environment that includes Requirements Analysis/Definition, Design/Implementation, Defect Tracking, and Testing. Experience in developing software applications, eg C++ programming would be very relevant, as well as a proven background in New Product Introduction. This role would suit a candidate from an Engineering background, electronics, scientific, computing, robotics or RF skills and experience would be highly transferrable. The Role - The Project Technical Lead is responsible for all elements of technical project leadership for their assigned projects within the organisations Product development team. This involves leadership of cross functional teams and liaising with various functions throughout the organisation. There may be times when there are conflicting design decisions around project development, so confidence with conflict resolution would stand you in good stead. This role requires Individual contribution towards project delivery. Key Duties - Technical Leadership of projects made up of cross discipline engineers at varying levels of seniority. Coordinate and provide technical input into Product Management Team against customer requirements. Determine technical resource required for project execution. Requirements capture. Work with the organisations Product Realisation Process, including all stages of the product life cycle: Concept, Requirements capture, planning/estimation, detailed design, implementation, qualification, and end of life. Leading design review meetings (including gathering required inputs and completing documentation). Determine validation and qualification requirements working closely with Product verification team. Providing technical leadership to a cross functional team during the design and development of technical projects. Includes need to understand and account for requirements outside of normal discipline (eg HW and non-engineering teams). Work with Project Management Office (PMO) to provide technical updates on project progress, monitor risks and execute Project plans. Make decisions around technical implementation of projects. Work with PMO to manage resource contention. Be an individual contributor within projects in areas of engineering discipline. Consider inputs from all areas of the business required for product launch (eg operations, Global Services, Supply chain, Commercial). Requirements - Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar discipline. Demonstrable hands-on experience in working within a structured engineering environment that includes Requirements Analysis/Definition, Design/Implementation, Defect Tracking, and Testing. Demonstrable experience of project technical leadership. Business acumen. Excellent interpersonal communication, problem solving, presentation and analytical skills. Team player with highly collaborative and positive attitude. Eager to learn new technologies, self-motivated, energetic approach. Demonstrable mentoring and training experience. Experience in developing software applications, eg C++ programming. New Product Introduction experience. Knowledge of Project management tools and methods. System level design including hard and soft elements. Software design methodology. Initiative step up and take action without being asked. Look for opportunities to make a difference. Resourcefulness adapt to new/difficult situations and devise ways to overcome obstacles. Decisive, determined, and persistent demonstrating both individual and collective ownership. Leading by example and results oriented focus is on getting to the desired outcome. Ability to both own and lead multi-disciplinary projects through the Project Realisation Process. Consistent approach. Organisational skills. Creativity original/innovative thinker, ability to go beyond traditional approaches. To apply for this Project Technical Lead permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
An Hardware/Electronics Manager is now available for a global client based near to Edinburgh. The role of Hardware/Electronics Design Manager is now needed as part of rapid growth within the business within Engineering with 10 Engineers reporting in across Electronics and PCB Design. As the Electronics Manager you will be shaping the team and leading the projects with a background of Hardware Design/PCB Design. Your role will involve managing the teams, succession planning, hiring, Performance Management and coaching managing their customer expectations. The company operate on a Hybrid working policy with Excellent benefits alongside bonus! Your role will also include maintaining technical roadmaps ad setting out the project scope, schedule and budget risks for projects for the team. This is an excellent opportunity if you are a Lead Electronics Design Engineer or Electronics Manager looking to get into an organisation where you have growth opportunities for leadership or if you are a staff level Engineer who has experience in mentoring/training/leading to take the next step up! Core Skills/Experience for this role include;- Degree in Engineering field - Electronics/Hardware/Computer Science etc Experience of Electronics Design, PCB Design Mentoring/Guidance of Junior, Mid level engineers Leading and delivering a project or any PM experience Leasing interfacing with customers or stakeholders within the business Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work in a cross functional team environment I appreciate that you may not have all of the skills listed but if you feel this may be suitable let's have a chat and go from there. Please send your CV to (see below). Alternatively if you know someone who would be ideal for this role help them out and point them in my direction as we do offer generous referral fees WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
19/04/2024
Full time
An Hardware/Electronics Manager is now available for a global client based near to Edinburgh. The role of Hardware/Electronics Design Manager is now needed as part of rapid growth within the business within Engineering with 10 Engineers reporting in across Electronics and PCB Design. As the Electronics Manager you will be shaping the team and leading the projects with a background of Hardware Design/PCB Design. Your role will involve managing the teams, succession planning, hiring, Performance Management and coaching managing their customer expectations. The company operate on a Hybrid working policy with Excellent benefits alongside bonus! Your role will also include maintaining technical roadmaps ad setting out the project scope, schedule and budget risks for projects for the team. This is an excellent opportunity if you are a Lead Electronics Design Engineer or Electronics Manager looking to get into an organisation where you have growth opportunities for leadership or if you are a staff level Engineer who has experience in mentoring/training/leading to take the next step up! Core Skills/Experience for this role include;- Degree in Engineering field - Electronics/Hardware/Computer Science etc Experience of Electronics Design, PCB Design Mentoring/Guidance of Junior, Mid level engineers Leading and delivering a project or any PM experience Leasing interfacing with customers or stakeholders within the business Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work in a cross functional team environment I appreciate that you may not have all of the skills listed but if you feel this may be suitable let's have a chat and go from there. Please send your CV to (see below). Alternatively if you know someone who would be ideal for this role help them out and point them in my direction as we do offer generous referral fees WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Build Inspector - Inside IR35 - £26 per hour - BPSS Cleared (Or Willing to Undergo) - 12 Months (extension likely) - 37 Hours (Mon to Fri) - Stevenage - Single Stage Interview Yolk Recruitment are recruiting for a Build Inspector to join our client in advanced engineering on a 12 -month deal from Stevenage. Responsibilities: Carry on hardware in line and final inspections. (Visual inspection, measurement inspection, electrical testing) Provide technical comment and advice to the Spacecraft Production team regarding quality control, calling upon any specialist knowledge as appropriate. Support Spacecraft Production operators/technicians in deciding on the severity of an incident or any go/no-go decisions that may be needed. Advise and if required support the Spacecraft Production team leader on quality matters. Review Spacecraft Production work instructions for technical integrity, regarding product quality requirements and standards, whether specific or more general. If needed, reject and assist manufacturing in the correction of errors. Review drawings as needed in support of a work instruction review. Verify Spacecraft Production work instructions for adequate quality coverage through Quality Verification Points. If needed reject and assist manufacturing in the correction of errors. Perform patrol inspection, not limited to the inspection of documentation and hardware but including Spacecraft. Production process application, and also the controls and disciplines of the workshop such as: Cleanliness Tool calibration Training records Request and/or carry out a process audit as and when necessary AIT process 'spot checks' Skills/Experience Required: Essential: Right attitude to adapt with the essential skills and experiences in a manufacturing environment is as much valued as experience in a quality role. 2 years in a manufacturing business Knowledge on composite/carbon and/or electrical testing Willingness to work on shift, on-call or off-site for short periods when required - also on an occasional basis Desirable: ESA qualification would be a plus Recognised time served apprenticeship within the aerospace industry Experience within the aerospace or related industries. Science based or electronics GCSEs Experience with CMM would be a plus Experience with 3D drawings (CATIA) would be a plus
18/04/2024
Project-based
Build Inspector - Inside IR35 - £26 per hour - BPSS Cleared (Or Willing to Undergo) - 12 Months (extension likely) - 37 Hours (Mon to Fri) - Stevenage - Single Stage Interview Yolk Recruitment are recruiting for a Build Inspector to join our client in advanced engineering on a 12 -month deal from Stevenage. Responsibilities: Carry on hardware in line and final inspections. (Visual inspection, measurement inspection, electrical testing) Provide technical comment and advice to the Spacecraft Production team regarding quality control, calling upon any specialist knowledge as appropriate. Support Spacecraft Production operators/technicians in deciding on the severity of an incident or any go/no-go decisions that may be needed. Advise and if required support the Spacecraft Production team leader on quality matters. Review Spacecraft Production work instructions for technical integrity, regarding product quality requirements and standards, whether specific or more general. If needed, reject and assist manufacturing in the correction of errors. Review drawings as needed in support of a work instruction review. Verify Spacecraft Production work instructions for adequate quality coverage through Quality Verification Points. If needed reject and assist manufacturing in the correction of errors. Perform patrol inspection, not limited to the inspection of documentation and hardware but including Spacecraft. Production process application, and also the controls and disciplines of the workshop such as: Cleanliness Tool calibration Training records Request and/or carry out a process audit as and when necessary AIT process 'spot checks' Skills/Experience Required: Essential: Right attitude to adapt with the essential skills and experiences in a manufacturing environment is as much valued as experience in a quality role. 2 years in a manufacturing business Knowledge on composite/carbon and/or electrical testing Willingness to work on shift, on-call or off-site for short periods when required - also on an occasional basis Desirable: ESA qualification would be a plus Recognised time served apprenticeship within the aerospace industry Experience within the aerospace or related industries. Science based or electronics GCSEs Experience with CMM would be a plus Experience with 3D drawings (CATIA) would be a plus
Junior Electrical Integration Engineer Location: Gaydon (WestMidlands) Full Time (40hr week) Monday - Friday Private Healthcare & Pension Akkodis, is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market that is leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation. With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, EMEA and APAC. Akkodis offers broad industry experience, and strong know-how in key technology sectors such as mobility, software & technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, data security, AI & data analytics. The combined IT and engineering expertise brings a unique end-to- end solution offering, with four service lines - Consulting, Solutions, Talents and Academy - to support clients in rethinking their product development and business processes, improve productivity, minimize time to market and shape a smarter and more sustainable tomorrow. Akkodis is part of the Adecco Group. Akkodis is a commercial brand under which both AKKA and Modis entities operate. Responsibilities Reporting to the Team Leader, the successful candidate will support the development of EE systems for high-end, iconic sports cars. It will be your responsibility to guarantee the functional & technical delivery of projects within your field of expertise, delivering vehicle targets, through the following activity: Ensure both functional and platform commodities are integrated and delivered Cross functional team integration to plan and achieve programme delivery Effective reporting, identifying issues and driving a concern resolution approach Manage your functions virtual and physical design verification plan, with overall sign off responsibility Definition and understanding of network signals, ECU coding/configuration and development Checking software functions, network signal alignment and diagnostics Functional testing on labcars at vehicle level (system integration Management and resolution of test issues with suppliers Required skills With a strong technical, analytical and quality focused mind-set, you should be used to setting and delivery to targets, through clear and confident communication, including experience of supplier management. Specific requirements of these roles include: An Electrical/Electronics Engineering degree (or equivalent/related) (Masters Degree Highly Desirable) Demonstrable understanding of delivering Electrical or Electronics commodities, including quality, cost, function, weight and timing Proven record experience of networks/diagnostics/integration with specific feature/function ownership and delivery Experience of one or more of the following commodity areas: Body Electronics, Telematics, Park Assist, Antenna, Lighting, EDS, Switchgear, Cluster and Display, Infotainment, Audio, CAD Design, Networks Programme Management Support Team experience appreciated Usage of AUTOSAR stack and Vector tool-chain required. Any experience with INCA would be a plus. UK and overseas travel may be required. Adecco - AKKA is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
18/04/2024
Full time
Junior Electrical Integration Engineer Location: Gaydon (WestMidlands) Full Time (40hr week) Monday - Friday Private Healthcare & Pension Akkodis, is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market that is leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation. With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, EMEA and APAC. Akkodis offers broad industry experience, and strong know-how in key technology sectors such as mobility, software & technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, data security, AI & data analytics. The combined IT and engineering expertise brings a unique end-to- end solution offering, with four service lines - Consulting, Solutions, Talents and Academy - to support clients in rethinking their product development and business processes, improve productivity, minimize time to market and shape a smarter and more sustainable tomorrow. Akkodis is part of the Adecco Group. Akkodis is a commercial brand under which both AKKA and Modis entities operate. Responsibilities Reporting to the Team Leader, the successful candidate will support the development of EE systems for high-end, iconic sports cars. It will be your responsibility to guarantee the functional & technical delivery of projects within your field of expertise, delivering vehicle targets, through the following activity: Ensure both functional and platform commodities are integrated and delivered Cross functional team integration to plan and achieve programme delivery Effective reporting, identifying issues and driving a concern resolution approach Manage your functions virtual and physical design verification plan, with overall sign off responsibility Definition and understanding of network signals, ECU coding/configuration and development Checking software functions, network signal alignment and diagnostics Functional testing on labcars at vehicle level (system integration Management and resolution of test issues with suppliers Required skills With a strong technical, analytical and quality focused mind-set, you should be used to setting and delivery to targets, through clear and confident communication, including experience of supplier management. Specific requirements of these roles include: An Electrical/Electronics Engineering degree (or equivalent/related) (Masters Degree Highly Desirable) Demonstrable understanding of delivering Electrical or Electronics commodities, including quality, cost, function, weight and timing Proven record experience of networks/diagnostics/integration with specific feature/function ownership and delivery Experience of one or more of the following commodity areas: Body Electronics, Telematics, Park Assist, Antenna, Lighting, EDS, Switchgear, Cluster and Display, Infotainment, Audio, CAD Design, Networks Programme Management Support Team experience appreciated Usage of AUTOSAR stack and Vector tool-chain required. Any experience with INCA would be a plus. UK and overseas travel may be required. Adecco - AKKA is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.