Interim Engineering Manager 6 month contact - Outside IR35 - 1 stage interview - Rate DOE South Wales Yolk Recruitment has an opportunity for an experienced Interim Engineering Manager to join a leading FMCG business manufacturing high quality products to high profile customers across the UK. You'll be responsible for leading a large Engineering function, motivating the team and delivering engineering targets and implementing senior management plans and decisions, working closely with other leaders and functions throughout the business. Responsibilities: Manage the engineering department at the site, including supervising a team of 40+engineers and technical staff. Lead change management and CI initiatives Develop and implement capital projects, including equipment installation and upgrades. Ensure that all engineering activities comply with applicable safety, quality, and environmental regulations. Work closely with other departments, including production, quality, and maintenance, to ensure seamless operations. Develop and manage the engineering department budget, including capital expenditures and expenses. Implement and maintain the site's Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Participate in strategic planning and goal setting for the food production site. Qualifications: Experience in a Senior Managerial role in FMCG Strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices, including preventive maintenance and project management. Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and data analysis tools. Excellent leadership and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and teams. Familiarity with safety, quality, and environmental regulations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now! .Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
06/09/2024
Project-based
Interim Engineering Manager 6 month contact - Outside IR35 - 1 stage interview - Rate DOE South Wales Yolk Recruitment has an opportunity for an experienced Interim Engineering Manager to join a leading FMCG business manufacturing high quality products to high profile customers across the UK. You'll be responsible for leading a large Engineering function, motivating the team and delivering engineering targets and implementing senior management plans and decisions, working closely with other leaders and functions throughout the business. Responsibilities: Manage the engineering department at the site, including supervising a team of 40+engineers and technical staff. Lead change management and CI initiatives Develop and implement capital projects, including equipment installation and upgrades. Ensure that all engineering activities comply with applicable safety, quality, and environmental regulations. Work closely with other departments, including production, quality, and maintenance, to ensure seamless operations. Develop and manage the engineering department budget, including capital expenditures and expenses. Implement and maintain the site's Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Participate in strategic planning and goal setting for the food production site. Qualifications: Experience in a Senior Managerial role in FMCG Strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices, including preventive maintenance and project management. Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and data analysis tools. Excellent leadership and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and teams. Familiarity with safety, quality, and environmental regulations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now! .Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
MES Engineer My client has a requirement for an experienced MES Engineer to join their project. The ideal candidate will have: Broad technical experience in MES systems. Experience of working in syringe/Vial manufacturing operations or have a demonstrated capacity to learn quickly and adapt to new technology. The ability to adapt quickly to the demands of syringe/Vial filling. MES Technical Expertise Responsible for the development, configuration and testing of Master Batch Records (MBRs) from initial to final design. Responsible for leading MBR development design reviews including liaising with Operations, Process Development and Quality functions. Responsible for drafting, executing and reviewing Application Lifecycle Management test scripts and test sets for testing MBR design. Responsible for the support and ongoing development of the MES system in development of MBRs and improving the MES business process. Responsible for training of Electronic Batch Record (EBR) end-users (Supervisors, Operators, Technical/QA/Support staff). Responsible for the development, review and update of MES Standard Operating Procedures. Responsible for the preparation and management of MBR change requests and associated change request forms (and other documentation) in a timely manner by liaising with customers, System Owner etc. Accountable for adherence to established timelines and metrics for the change control and CAPA process. Responsible for any applicable equipment integration design, configuration and testing to allow MBR interaction with shop floor equipment - OSI PI, Recipe Managers - Siemens, Rockwell, Kepware OPC Server Responsible for resolving interface errors and stock discrepancies between ERP/MES as required. Responsible for providing technical support where required and as directed by Operations leadership Other Responsibilities as deemed necessary by Executive Director Patient Supply or Manufacturing Senior Managers.
06/09/2024
Project-based
MES Engineer My client has a requirement for an experienced MES Engineer to join their project. The ideal candidate will have: Broad technical experience in MES systems. Experience of working in syringe/Vial manufacturing operations or have a demonstrated capacity to learn quickly and adapt to new technology. The ability to adapt quickly to the demands of syringe/Vial filling. MES Technical Expertise Responsible for the development, configuration and testing of Master Batch Records (MBRs) from initial to final design. Responsible for leading MBR development design reviews including liaising with Operations, Process Development and Quality functions. Responsible for drafting, executing and reviewing Application Lifecycle Management test scripts and test sets for testing MBR design. Responsible for the support and ongoing development of the MES system in development of MBRs and improving the MES business process. Responsible for training of Electronic Batch Record (EBR) end-users (Supervisors, Operators, Technical/QA/Support staff). Responsible for the development, review and update of MES Standard Operating Procedures. Responsible for the preparation and management of MBR change requests and associated change request forms (and other documentation) in a timely manner by liaising with customers, System Owner etc. Accountable for adherence to established timelines and metrics for the change control and CAPA process. Responsible for any applicable equipment integration design, configuration and testing to allow MBR interaction with shop floor equipment - OSI PI, Recipe Managers - Siemens, Rockwell, Kepware OPC Server Responsible for resolving interface errors and stock discrepancies between ERP/MES as required. Responsible for providing technical support where required and as directed by Operations leadership Other Responsibilities as deemed necessary by Executive Director Patient Supply or Manufacturing Senior Managers.
Role is for a Senior IT Support Analyst, an essential member of the Technology team in the Industrial/Manufacturing industry. Client Details Our client is a renowned player in the Industrial/Manufacturing industry, employing over 2000 people. With a solid presence in East Yorkshire, they're known for their innovative and reliable products and commitment to quality. Description Provide BAU IT support to the business ensuring that a high level of customer service and support is provided at all times. Log, respond to and update IT Service Desk requests ensuring response and resolution in-line with SLAs. Provide support to users via telephone, email, teams/remote sessions and in-person. Liaise with internal staff, stakeholders, 3rd parties and suppliers. Escalate problems where necessary to management or third-party suppliers. Support junior team members by acting as point of escalation for issues. Profile Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) Confident, clear and professional telephone manner Positive, enthusiastic, proactive approach required. Resilient, able to adjust to a constantly changing environment. Good problem-solving skills, analytical and inquisitive. Detail oriented, with a high level of accuracy. High level of self-autonomy. Ability to work remotely/independently as well as with others as part of a team. Good team player with ability to share and discuss potential solutions. Well organized with strong time-management skills, able to meet deadlines. Job Offer An annual salary in the region of £38,000 - £42,000. A hybrid work environment, allowing a blend of office and remote work. Opportunities for career growth and development. A supportive and collaborative company culture. Take this opportunity to join a leading company in the Industrial/Manufacturing industry.
06/09/2024
Full time
Role is for a Senior IT Support Analyst, an essential member of the Technology team in the Industrial/Manufacturing industry. Client Details Our client is a renowned player in the Industrial/Manufacturing industry, employing over 2000 people. With a solid presence in East Yorkshire, they're known for their innovative and reliable products and commitment to quality. Description Provide BAU IT support to the business ensuring that a high level of customer service and support is provided at all times. Log, respond to and update IT Service Desk requests ensuring response and resolution in-line with SLAs. Provide support to users via telephone, email, teams/remote sessions and in-person. Liaise with internal staff, stakeholders, 3rd parties and suppliers. Escalate problems where necessary to management or third-party suppliers. Support junior team members by acting as point of escalation for issues. Profile Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) Confident, clear and professional telephone manner Positive, enthusiastic, proactive approach required. Resilient, able to adjust to a constantly changing environment. Good problem-solving skills, analytical and inquisitive. Detail oriented, with a high level of accuracy. High level of self-autonomy. Ability to work remotely/independently as well as with others as part of a team. Good team player with ability to share and discuss potential solutions. Well organized with strong time-management skills, able to meet deadlines. Job Offer An annual salary in the region of £38,000 - £42,000. A hybrid work environment, allowing a blend of office and remote work. Opportunities for career growth and development. A supportive and collaborative company culture. Take this opportunity to join a leading company in the Industrial/Manufacturing industry.
A global medical device company are looking for a Senior Process Development Engineer to join their Research and Development team on a contract basis. The role is primarily to lead new product introductions/technology transfers to fill finish manufacturing facility. You will take ownership of Fill Finish equipment through complete life cycle to ensure design adherence to latest industry standards and best practice. Responsibilities include: - Generation of Data Sheets, Material Requisitions & Enquiry Equipment for procurement of Fill Finish equipment - Ownership of each stage through Kick-off meetings, Design Reviews, FAT's etc. - Project manage Suppliers ensure equipment are designed, manufactured and tested as per project requirements - Deep knowledge of various filling and closing equipment - Inspection equipment - Packaging equipment Essential skills: - Minimum of 5-7 years working directly on Fill Finish equipment through design phase. This may be through time at an equipment supplier, design consultancy or in a manufacturing environment Highly desirable skills: - Pharma/Bio-tech experience The start date is for ASAP. The initial contract length is for 12 months, with options to extend after. The role is based in Limerick and will require 1 days onsite per week, the rest of the time you can work remotely. The rate is €55-65 per hour, depending on experience, if you have any expenses please let me know and I can factor that into the rate for you. If you are interested in the role please send me your latest CV and I will call you to discuss the further details. Please visit our website to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit our website Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | London, EC4N 7BE, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
06/09/2024
Project-based
A global medical device company are looking for a Senior Process Development Engineer to join their Research and Development team on a contract basis. The role is primarily to lead new product introductions/technology transfers to fill finish manufacturing facility. You will take ownership of Fill Finish equipment through complete life cycle to ensure design adherence to latest industry standards and best practice. Responsibilities include: - Generation of Data Sheets, Material Requisitions & Enquiry Equipment for procurement of Fill Finish equipment - Ownership of each stage through Kick-off meetings, Design Reviews, FAT's etc. - Project manage Suppliers ensure equipment are designed, manufactured and tested as per project requirements - Deep knowledge of various filling and closing equipment - Inspection equipment - Packaging equipment Essential skills: - Minimum of 5-7 years working directly on Fill Finish equipment through design phase. This may be through time at an equipment supplier, design consultancy or in a manufacturing environment Highly desirable skills: - Pharma/Bio-tech experience The start date is for ASAP. The initial contract length is for 12 months, with options to extend after. The role is based in Limerick and will require 1 days onsite per week, the rest of the time you can work remotely. The rate is €55-65 per hour, depending on experience, if you have any expenses please let me know and I can factor that into the rate for you. If you are interested in the role please send me your latest CV and I will call you to discuss the further details. Please visit our website to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit our website Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | London, EC4N 7BE, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
Our client is an established pharmaceutical company engaged in the development, manufacture, marketing and distribution of generic medicines in the UK and Europe. They offer a wide range of high-quality medicines to the healthcare sector, that optimises cost efficiencies whilst ensuring reliable supply. They are now looking to hire a Head of Engineering to lead the engineering activities at one of the company key manufacturing sites. The Head of Engineering will lead the engineering department and oversee all engineering activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Duties: Strategic leadership and direction to the engineering team Recruit, develop, and mentor engineering staff Establish clear goals and objectives for the engineering team Oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and facilities Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs, to support manufacturing operations and process improvements Stay abreast of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to pharmaceutical manufacturing Ensure all engineering activities comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Health and Safety regulations, and other relevant guidelines Participate in regulatory inspections and audits Identify opportunities for process optimisation, cost reduction, and efficiency improvements within the engineering department Lead or support engineering projects aimed at enhancing manufacturing capabilities, implementing new technologies, or upgrading existing infrastructure/equipment etc. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and measure the impact of improvement initiatives Develop and manage the engineering department budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources to support business objectives Evaluate capital expenditure proposals and make recommendations for investment in new equipment, technology upgrades, or facility expansions Negotiate contracts with suppliers and service providers Skills/Qualifications: Leadership role within the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on engineering and manufacturing operations Pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, equipment, and regulatory requirements (eg, cGMP, FDA, MHRA). project management skills and ability to manage senior stakeholders Proficiency in relevant software tools and technologies used in engineering/manufacturing Either a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant practical work expertise in a similar position Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. To find out more about Real, please visit our website.
05/09/2024
Full time
Our client is an established pharmaceutical company engaged in the development, manufacture, marketing and distribution of generic medicines in the UK and Europe. They offer a wide range of high-quality medicines to the healthcare sector, that optimises cost efficiencies whilst ensuring reliable supply. They are now looking to hire a Head of Engineering to lead the engineering activities at one of the company key manufacturing sites. The Head of Engineering will lead the engineering department and oversee all engineering activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Duties: Strategic leadership and direction to the engineering team Recruit, develop, and mentor engineering staff Establish clear goals and objectives for the engineering team Oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and facilities Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs, to support manufacturing operations and process improvements Stay abreast of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to pharmaceutical manufacturing Ensure all engineering activities comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Health and Safety regulations, and other relevant guidelines Participate in regulatory inspections and audits Identify opportunities for process optimisation, cost reduction, and efficiency improvements within the engineering department Lead or support engineering projects aimed at enhancing manufacturing capabilities, implementing new technologies, or upgrading existing infrastructure/equipment etc. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and measure the impact of improvement initiatives Develop and manage the engineering department budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources to support business objectives Evaluate capital expenditure proposals and make recommendations for investment in new equipment, technology upgrades, or facility expansions Negotiate contracts with suppliers and service providers Skills/Qualifications: Leadership role within the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on engineering and manufacturing operations Pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, equipment, and regulatory requirements (eg, cGMP, FDA, MHRA). project management skills and ability to manage senior stakeholders Proficiency in relevant software tools and technologies used in engineering/manufacturing Either a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant practical work expertise in a similar position Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. To find out more about Real, please visit our website.
Required Qualifications : Must have an engineering or Bachelor of science graduate degree with preference for MBA in post-graduation from an accredited institution. 8+ years of Experience in Oracle EBS WMS (Warehouse management) module with 2-3 end-to-end implementations and development projects. Minimum 4 years of consulting experience in creating Requirement Specifications, E2E solution designing with technical understanding and Strong Oracle EBS WMS Configuration/Set-up experience and functional knowledge. Should have worked extensively in EBS WMS integrating with distribution modules (OM, PO, Inventory, WIP, BOM manufacturing modules) and functionalities. Expert in writing Functional specifications, test scripts, training manuals, configurations and functionalities (like MD50, TE40 and etc.) using OUM methodology. Ability to handle Functional spec schedules with clients independently and write MoM, MD50 and close open question if any Support and work closely with the development team during the CEMLI build phase and unit testing Experience with customer facing relationships for both project and sustain related functions Good inter personal skills to work & co-ordinate with onsite and offshore teams Must have a service-oriented attitude with excellent problem solving and analytical skills Ability to work independently, self-motivated, and highly focused Knowledge and experience with full SDLC life cycle Excellent verbal and written communication and collaboration skills to effectively communicate with both business leaders and offshore teams Preferred Qualifications: Oracle EBS WMS technical understanding (underlying Tables, Views, Procedures) Basic SQL and PL/SQL understanding Responsibilities: Plan and conduct project scoping/requirement gathering workshops Client/Stakeholder Management Gain acceptance of solution & ensure decisions are made and deviations from standards are properly identified, addressed/documented. Develop Solution Architecture patterns, advocate and drive adoption of best practices to ensure standardization of solution designs Documentation, System configuration and testing Provides expert technical advice to team Co-ordinate with onsite/offshore team and ensure complete solution configuration, development, and functional testing as per design and business test cases Plan & conduct SIT, user training, UAT, cut over to prepare for go live Cross skilling team members and contributions to practice CoE activities
04/09/2024
Project-based
Required Qualifications : Must have an engineering or Bachelor of science graduate degree with preference for MBA in post-graduation from an accredited institution. 8+ years of Experience in Oracle EBS WMS (Warehouse management) module with 2-3 end-to-end implementations and development projects. Minimum 4 years of consulting experience in creating Requirement Specifications, E2E solution designing with technical understanding and Strong Oracle EBS WMS Configuration/Set-up experience and functional knowledge. Should have worked extensively in EBS WMS integrating with distribution modules (OM, PO, Inventory, WIP, BOM manufacturing modules) and functionalities. Expert in writing Functional specifications, test scripts, training manuals, configurations and functionalities (like MD50, TE40 and etc.) using OUM methodology. Ability to handle Functional spec schedules with clients independently and write MoM, MD50 and close open question if any Support and work closely with the development team during the CEMLI build phase and unit testing Experience with customer facing relationships for both project and sustain related functions Good inter personal skills to work & co-ordinate with onsite and offshore teams Must have a service-oriented attitude with excellent problem solving and analytical skills Ability to work independently, self-motivated, and highly focused Knowledge and experience with full SDLC life cycle Excellent verbal and written communication and collaboration skills to effectively communicate with both business leaders and offshore teams Preferred Qualifications: Oracle EBS WMS technical understanding (underlying Tables, Views, Procedures) Basic SQL and PL/SQL understanding Responsibilities: Plan and conduct project scoping/requirement gathering workshops Client/Stakeholder Management Gain acceptance of solution & ensure decisions are made and deviations from standards are properly identified, addressed/documented. Develop Solution Architecture patterns, advocate and drive adoption of best practices to ensure standardization of solution designs Documentation, System configuration and testing Provides expert technical advice to team Co-ordinate with onsite/offshore team and ensure complete solution configuration, development, and functional testing as per design and business test cases Plan & conduct SIT, user training, UAT, cut over to prepare for go live Cross skilling team members and contributions to practice CoE activities
Senior Full Stack Software Developer Location Birmingham, UK What do we do? We help our clients negotiate a rapidly changing world, by working with them to manage and mitigate the risks they face. We serve a wide variety of industries, with a core focus on Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Transportation & Mobility, Technology & Telco, Construction & Manufacturing, Energy and Renewables and Chemical & Processing. Our products and services range from independent third-party auditing to certification and training; we also offer consultancy services, real- time assurance technology and data-driven supply chain transformation programs. our innovative end-to- end solutions help our clients shape their own future, rather than letting it shape them. Role Purpose The developer will play a major role in developing data-driven applications that will transform the way brands and retailers assess their supply chains and drive improvements. You will have the opportunity to work at a dynamic and fast-growing company, with an experienced agile team to build robust and high performing applications and tackle interesting engineering challenges. Responsibilities Accountable for building high quality, robust & scalable web applications and event-driven applications by using, Node.js, ReactJS and Apache Kafka; working across full stack from an end-to-end perspective on cloud platform Support global product development teams. Take leadership in designing, developing application on the defined requirements and standards (engineering, QA, and DevOps to ensure projects are completed on time and of high quality.) Conduct code reviews with team members and educate through constructive comments Writing and running unit test cases Attend all Scrum events and collaborate with the team globally. Other duties as assigned Qualifications 5+ years of experience in software development Hands-on experience in web Front End development React JS, and knowledge of pure HTML5/CSS/JS design Hands-on experience in web Back End development with Node.js, with an added advantage of familiarity with the Ruby on Rails framework. Strong knowledge of RESTful services and API design, and a solid understanding of web stacks Strong knowledge of event-driven applications design and event delivery pipelines, preferably with Apache Kafka Solid experience in working with SQL databases, preferably with Postgres, including but not limited to configuring database instances for read/write performance and creating high-performant queries Ability to design and implement data model (database schemas) and data pipeline to support business processes Ability to develop clean/maintainable code, that is highly performant and secure by design Proficient with Git (GitLab) and Docker Knowledge of CI/CD tools like Gitlab CI and Jenkins Ability to implement automated unit tests Experience of working as a part of Scrum team. Actively participate in all the Scrum events. Strong written and spoken English skills
04/09/2024
Full time
Senior Full Stack Software Developer Location Birmingham, UK What do we do? We help our clients negotiate a rapidly changing world, by working with them to manage and mitigate the risks they face. We serve a wide variety of industries, with a core focus on Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Transportation & Mobility, Technology & Telco, Construction & Manufacturing, Energy and Renewables and Chemical & Processing. Our products and services range from independent third-party auditing to certification and training; we also offer consultancy services, real- time assurance technology and data-driven supply chain transformation programs. our innovative end-to- end solutions help our clients shape their own future, rather than letting it shape them. Role Purpose The developer will play a major role in developing data-driven applications that will transform the way brands and retailers assess their supply chains and drive improvements. You will have the opportunity to work at a dynamic and fast-growing company, with an experienced agile team to build robust and high performing applications and tackle interesting engineering challenges. Responsibilities Accountable for building high quality, robust & scalable web applications and event-driven applications by using, Node.js, ReactJS and Apache Kafka; working across full stack from an end-to-end perspective on cloud platform Support global product development teams. Take leadership in designing, developing application on the defined requirements and standards (engineering, QA, and DevOps to ensure projects are completed on time and of high quality.) Conduct code reviews with team members and educate through constructive comments Writing and running unit test cases Attend all Scrum events and collaborate with the team globally. Other duties as assigned Qualifications 5+ years of experience in software development Hands-on experience in web Front End development React JS, and knowledge of pure HTML5/CSS/JS design Hands-on experience in web Back End development with Node.js, with an added advantage of familiarity with the Ruby on Rails framework. Strong knowledge of RESTful services and API design, and a solid understanding of web stacks Strong knowledge of event-driven applications design and event delivery pipelines, preferably with Apache Kafka Solid experience in working with SQL databases, preferably with Postgres, including but not limited to configuring database instances for read/write performance and creating high-performant queries Ability to design and implement data model (database schemas) and data pipeline to support business processes Ability to develop clean/maintainable code, that is highly performant and secure by design Proficient with Git (GitLab) and Docker Knowledge of CI/CD tools like Gitlab CI and Jenkins Ability to implement automated unit tests Experience of working as a part of Scrum team. Actively participate in all the Scrum events. Strong written and spoken English skills
Global Enterprise Partners is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to join a prominent global manufacturing client for a high priority Digital Transformation program. Primary Responsibilities Develop and implement advanced ML/AI models for anomaly detection in hydro power energy production systems. Experiment with and evaluate different modelling techniques to improve anomaly detection accuracy over current statistical models. Design, train, and test models using big data and time series data. Utilize Azure Databricks and PySpark for processing and analysing large datasets. Optimize data pipelines for efficient model training and inference. Work closely with data engineers, domain experts, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure models meet business needs. Communicate findings and model performance metrics to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Document model development processes, data workflows, and findings. Generate detailed reports and presentations to share insights and model evaluations. Required Qualifications: +5 years' experience in data science, with a focus on big data processing and time series data. Proven experience in developing ML models, particularly for time series data. Experience in anomaly detection and predictive maintenance is a plus Proficiency with Azure Databricks and PySpark. Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with relevant libraries such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow. Experience with anomaly detection models. Knowledge of physical connections and operational aspects of hydroelectric power plants is a plus. Advanced Analytical Thinking Proficiency in ML/AI Techniques and experience with MLflow Familiarity with data management tools and platforms. Knowledge of agile development methodologies. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and teamwork. Contract Details: Start Date: September Duration: 6months + with extensions Location: Hybrid- Oslo or Stavanger Contract Type: Full-time, freelance Rate: What are your expectations Interested? If you or someone you know is interested, please apply directly with an updated CV or contact me directly
04/09/2024
Project-based
Global Enterprise Partners is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to join a prominent global manufacturing client for a high priority Digital Transformation program. Primary Responsibilities Develop and implement advanced ML/AI models for anomaly detection in hydro power energy production systems. Experiment with and evaluate different modelling techniques to improve anomaly detection accuracy over current statistical models. Design, train, and test models using big data and time series data. Utilize Azure Databricks and PySpark for processing and analysing large datasets. Optimize data pipelines for efficient model training and inference. Work closely with data engineers, domain experts, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure models meet business needs. Communicate findings and model performance metrics to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Document model development processes, data workflows, and findings. Generate detailed reports and presentations to share insights and model evaluations. Required Qualifications: +5 years' experience in data science, with a focus on big data processing and time series data. Proven experience in developing ML models, particularly for time series data. Experience in anomaly detection and predictive maintenance is a plus Proficiency with Azure Databricks and PySpark. Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with relevant libraries such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow. Experience with anomaly detection models. Knowledge of physical connections and operational aspects of hydroelectric power plants is a plus. Advanced Analytical Thinking Proficiency in ML/AI Techniques and experience with MLflow Familiarity with data management tools and platforms. Knowledge of agile development methodologies. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and teamwork. Contract Details: Start Date: September Duration: 6months + with extensions Location: Hybrid- Oslo or Stavanger Contract Type: Full-time, freelance Rate: What are your expectations Interested? If you or someone you know is interested, please apply directly with an updated CV or contact me directly
Computer Futures - London & S.E(Permanent and Contract)
Farnborough, Hampshire
I am supporting a company in the defence sector that is on a mission to develop state-of-the-art Laser detection and protection equipment. They are committed to safeguarding users from hostile Laser threats by offering advanced protection from both visible and invisible Laser hazards. You will be joining a team of 15, with expansive growth plans in place, which has presented the opportunity for a Senior Electronics Engineer to join their forward thinking Electronics team, reporting in to the Head Of Hardware. This is a very flexible role with lots of hybrid working options available. Unfortunately, this opportunity DOES NOT include visa sponsorship. The Role This role requires someone with strong technical skills, experience, and a passion for innovation. As a key member of our multidisciplinary development team, you will help shape the future of their products and company. As an Electronics Engineer, the successful candidate will have a well-rounded skill-set along with strong technical knowledge and a positive approach to problem solving. Responsibilities * Translate ideas, requirements, and engineering specifications into solid engineering solutions. * Provide accurate time and cost estimates and adhere to project plans. * Develop electronic sub-system solutions as part of an overall system that may include optics, mechanics, and software. * Develop test strategies and document findings for both electronic aspects and entire systems/products. * Support manufacturing and other departments during development and production phases. * Manage all aspects of the product life cycle from conception to end-of-life, including manufacturing support. * Liaise with suppliers such as layout specialists and CMOs. * Perform additional tasks as identified by the Head of Hardware. Qualifications * Degree level or equivalent in Electronic Engineering. * Demonstrable practical design and construction experience. Skills and Experience * Competent in both analogue and digital electronics engineering. * Experience in photonics systems development is highly desirable but not essential. * Proficient in ECAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout. * Skilled in circuit simulation and prototype building using through-hole or SMD technology. * Proficient in MS Office tools such as Word and Excel. * Ability to program microcontrollers and experience with Assembler, C, or similar languages. * Knowledge of programmable logic is desirable but not essential. * Familiarity with ISO 9001 and the company QMS is desirable. * Ability to produce high-quality engineering documentation. * Experience in the defence/aerospace sector is desirable but not essential. Qualities * Proactive and initiative-driven. * Clear and concise communicator, both verbally and in writing. * Collaborative team player. * Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach. * Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels. * Committed to delivering impactful solutions for our customers. * Demonstrates technical excellence and innovative thinking. * Acts with honour and integrity. If you feel that you have the necessary skills and experience to excel in this Electronics Engineer role, please send your CV across. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit our website Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
03/09/2024
Full time
I am supporting a company in the defence sector that is on a mission to develop state-of-the-art Laser detection and protection equipment. They are committed to safeguarding users from hostile Laser threats by offering advanced protection from both visible and invisible Laser hazards. You will be joining a team of 15, with expansive growth plans in place, which has presented the opportunity for a Senior Electronics Engineer to join their forward thinking Electronics team, reporting in to the Head Of Hardware. This is a very flexible role with lots of hybrid working options available. Unfortunately, this opportunity DOES NOT include visa sponsorship. The Role This role requires someone with strong technical skills, experience, and a passion for innovation. As a key member of our multidisciplinary development team, you will help shape the future of their products and company. As an Electronics Engineer, the successful candidate will have a well-rounded skill-set along with strong technical knowledge and a positive approach to problem solving. Responsibilities * Translate ideas, requirements, and engineering specifications into solid engineering solutions. * Provide accurate time and cost estimates and adhere to project plans. * Develop electronic sub-system solutions as part of an overall system that may include optics, mechanics, and software. * Develop test strategies and document findings for both electronic aspects and entire systems/products. * Support manufacturing and other departments during development and production phases. * Manage all aspects of the product life cycle from conception to end-of-life, including manufacturing support. * Liaise with suppliers such as layout specialists and CMOs. * Perform additional tasks as identified by the Head of Hardware. Qualifications * Degree level or equivalent in Electronic Engineering. * Demonstrable practical design and construction experience. Skills and Experience * Competent in both analogue and digital electronics engineering. * Experience in photonics systems development is highly desirable but not essential. * Proficient in ECAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout. * Skilled in circuit simulation and prototype building using through-hole or SMD technology. * Proficient in MS Office tools such as Word and Excel. * Ability to program microcontrollers and experience with Assembler, C, or similar languages. * Knowledge of programmable logic is desirable but not essential. * Familiarity with ISO 9001 and the company QMS is desirable. * Ability to produce high-quality engineering documentation. * Experience in the defence/aerospace sector is desirable but not essential. Qualities * Proactive and initiative-driven. * Clear and concise communicator, both verbally and in writing. * Collaborative team player. * Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach. * Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels. * Committed to delivering impactful solutions for our customers. * Demonstrates technical excellence and innovative thinking. * Acts with honour and integrity. If you feel that you have the necessary skills and experience to excel in this Electronics Engineer role, please send your CV across. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit our website Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Role: Mechanical design engineer (graduate OR Mid-Level Location: Margate, Kent (fully onsite role) Salary: £25,000 - £50,000 On site 40hrs a week, finish at 12:00 Friday. We are starting a process to find a new Mechanical Engineer, considering from Graduates. We'd like someone capable of FEA/CFD, but good proficiency in design and 3D CAD. Position Summary To be responsible for the design, development, and engineering support of all aspects of mechanical life-saving survival equipment and when required UML; in particular design and development of plastics and metal assemblies from feasibility/concept through to production release. To take project management responsibility for those projects and work packages assigned to you to ensure that they achieve the design specification requirements and target prime costs, within agreed timescales and development costs. As and when required support the Production, Customer Service and Marketing Departments to maintain the Company's existing product range. Job Responsibilities " Ensure mechanical designs are fit for purpose and offer elegant, robust, and cost-effective solutions that are designed for manufacture. " To ensure that mechanical design related issues in manufacture (eg, tolerancing, inadequate design etc.) are addressed and resolved via the engineering change process in a timely fashion. " To ensure that engineering changes arising from other causes also affecting the build standard and configuration control of products are expeditiously actioned. " Manage your mechanical engineering workload (including projects & work packages) within the company to ensure that they achieve the design specification requirements and target prime costs, within agreed timescales, development costs and delivers a complete solution to Production to allow the product to be made, sold, and shipped to customers at an acceptable production yield. " To work closely with the Project/Product Manager to ensure that their projects are adequately supported both from a technical aspect to enable them to deliver their programmes. " Plan, Monitor and Report on the status of any projects that you are responsible for. " With the support of the Production Team, prioritise and report on the status of any ongoing production support tasks. " Assist other areas of the business by providing technical expertise and resources as maybe required from time to time to support their programmes and help resolve technical problems. " Control the design status of any projects and tasks for which you are responsible by the generation and maintenance of the relevant Project Files, Drawings, Documents and Reports through the companies Documentation and Configuration Control procedures. " Provide support and assistance to sales and marketing, manufacturing, and quality in areas where your knowledge and expertise is of benefit. " Assist the Chief Technology Officer in the effective running of the R&D team to deliver approved new product development programmes on time and to support and resolve production problems on existing products. " Assist the Chief Technology Officer in the development of concepts, plans, specifications, and ideas for new products that may in time become approved projects for the engineering teams. " Produce a weekly status report on all mechanical engineering activity and those projects for which you are responsible. " Liaise with internal and external Customers and Suppliers including Marketing, Manufacturing and Quality as necessary to fulfil the above tasks. " Work in accordance with Company Procedures and the approved Quality System. Ensure that safe working practices are strictly adhered in accordance with the statutory provisions of current Health & Safety legislation. " To perform such other duties commensurate with the position that may be requested from time to time by the Senior Management team. Experience Requirements " Knowledge of plastics/sheet metal/castings type environment to IP68 and impact/crush testing " Great functional mechanical solutions suited to life-saving applications in the marine environment " Design life cycle (concept to production) within an ISO9001 or similar quality environment " High & low volume design for Commercial and Leisure Markets " Engineering drawing change control & process " Design of production assembly and test fixtures Advantageous Additional Experience/Skills " Experience of product type approval to international standards " Knowledge and experience of ultra-sonic welding of plastic materials. " Experience in the use of model shop equipment ie, Milling M/C and lathe work. " Experience of marine, aviation nav/comms Skills and Competencies Requirements " 3D/2D CAD (Solidworks) " FEA/FEM/Stress Analysis " Experience of PDM/PLM software " MS Word, Excel, MS Project, PPT, Publisher (Microsoft office suite) How to apply? Please send a CV to (see below) People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
02/09/2024
Full time
Role: Mechanical design engineer (graduate OR Mid-Level Location: Margate, Kent (fully onsite role) Salary: £25,000 - £50,000 On site 40hrs a week, finish at 12:00 Friday. We are starting a process to find a new Mechanical Engineer, considering from Graduates. We'd like someone capable of FEA/CFD, but good proficiency in design and 3D CAD. Position Summary To be responsible for the design, development, and engineering support of all aspects of mechanical life-saving survival equipment and when required UML; in particular design and development of plastics and metal assemblies from feasibility/concept through to production release. To take project management responsibility for those projects and work packages assigned to you to ensure that they achieve the design specification requirements and target prime costs, within agreed timescales and development costs. As and when required support the Production, Customer Service and Marketing Departments to maintain the Company's existing product range. Job Responsibilities " Ensure mechanical designs are fit for purpose and offer elegant, robust, and cost-effective solutions that are designed for manufacture. " To ensure that mechanical design related issues in manufacture (eg, tolerancing, inadequate design etc.) are addressed and resolved via the engineering change process in a timely fashion. " To ensure that engineering changes arising from other causes also affecting the build standard and configuration control of products are expeditiously actioned. " Manage your mechanical engineering workload (including projects & work packages) within the company to ensure that they achieve the design specification requirements and target prime costs, within agreed timescales, development costs and delivers a complete solution to Production to allow the product to be made, sold, and shipped to customers at an acceptable production yield. " To work closely with the Project/Product Manager to ensure that their projects are adequately supported both from a technical aspect to enable them to deliver their programmes. " Plan, Monitor and Report on the status of any projects that you are responsible for. " With the support of the Production Team, prioritise and report on the status of any ongoing production support tasks. " Assist other areas of the business by providing technical expertise and resources as maybe required from time to time to support their programmes and help resolve technical problems. " Control the design status of any projects and tasks for which you are responsible by the generation and maintenance of the relevant Project Files, Drawings, Documents and Reports through the companies Documentation and Configuration Control procedures. " Provide support and assistance to sales and marketing, manufacturing, and quality in areas where your knowledge and expertise is of benefit. " Assist the Chief Technology Officer in the effective running of the R&D team to deliver approved new product development programmes on time and to support and resolve production problems on existing products. " Assist the Chief Technology Officer in the development of concepts, plans, specifications, and ideas for new products that may in time become approved projects for the engineering teams. " Produce a weekly status report on all mechanical engineering activity and those projects for which you are responsible. " Liaise with internal and external Customers and Suppliers including Marketing, Manufacturing and Quality as necessary to fulfil the above tasks. " Work in accordance with Company Procedures and the approved Quality System. Ensure that safe working practices are strictly adhered in accordance with the statutory provisions of current Health & Safety legislation. " To perform such other duties commensurate with the position that may be requested from time to time by the Senior Management team. Experience Requirements " Knowledge of plastics/sheet metal/castings type environment to IP68 and impact/crush testing " Great functional mechanical solutions suited to life-saving applications in the marine environment " Design life cycle (concept to production) within an ISO9001 or similar quality environment " High & low volume design for Commercial and Leisure Markets " Engineering drawing change control & process " Design of production assembly and test fixtures Advantageous Additional Experience/Skills " Experience of product type approval to international standards " Knowledge and experience of ultra-sonic welding of plastic materials. " Experience in the use of model shop equipment ie, Milling M/C and lathe work. " Experience of marine, aviation nav/comms Skills and Competencies Requirements " 3D/2D CAD (Solidworks) " FEA/FEM/Stress Analysis " Experience of PDM/PLM software " MS Word, Excel, MS Project, PPT, Publisher (Microsoft office suite) How to apply? Please send a CV to (see below) People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
Company Overview My client is in an early-stage business requiring a significant level of commitment and flexibility from staff. Due to the global nature of the customer base, there may be requirements to travel to locations outside of the UK for periods of time. Please only apply if you believe you would thrive in such an environment. Role Profile The day-to-day planning and project control of system builds and system installations at customer sites in the UK and/or abroad. This involves liaising with our clients to agree the system specification and project scope, whilst liaising with the company s internal functions including Engineering & Purchasing along with third-party contractors representing both the company and the client. You will be the single point contact for a given project and the Key data holder for timing and latest actions / issues. You will be proactive, experienced, committed and driven, with the capability and ambition to enable and benefit from the company s opportunity to scale. Cleaning and hygiene in food factories usually takes place on evening shifts, hence there is the potential to work unsociable hours occasionally or travel overseas to support projects. We expect the successful applicant to join and enhance the open culture where everyone is encouraged to partner in their colleague s success and have a desire for continued learning whilst focusing on delivering results. Key Requirements for the role include: To lead, manage and coordinate projects effectively with day-to-day use of MS Project and other planning tools Running of regular Project meetings, escalating issues to the Senior team when required Communicate effectively and provide regular, accurate daily progress reports. Ensure compliance with the current processes and templates. Mitigate risks through detailed planning and applying processes consistently. Ensure continuous learning feedback is effective, and that performance continually improves. Experience in the deployment of capital equipment preferably within a manufacturing environment (£250,000-£500,000 projects). Liaise with Finance to prepare and validate budgets and maintain accurate cost reports and cost-to-complete forecasts. High intellectual curiosity combined with the desire to seek knowledge when required. Candidate profile Positive mentality - demonstrating drive and endurance to achieve results. Strategic planner and evaluator. Proactive and innovative. Excellent communicator. Ability to influence, negotiate and motivate. Tenacious and results driven. High bias for action Qualifications and Experience Required Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP). Conversant and experienced in the use of Microsoft Project to prepare and monitor detailed plans and Gantt charts, resource levelling (Critical for the role). 5+ years of project management experience ensuring completion on time, within budget, to agreed scope and meeting customer expectations. Organised - able to manage time and effectively prioritise tasks. Consistently set high standards of behaviour and a strong work ethic. Enthusiastic and self-motivated; able to work under pressure. Flexible regarding working hours. Experience preparing project budgets and scopes. Knowledge of Health and Safety best practices. Desirable Experience working within the food industry. Six sigma certified (green or black belt) NEBOSH or equivalent H&S trained. CDM experience Experience using What we Offer A positive work environment. We care about making good products safely. We care about understanding science, and the customer. We value team communication and collaboration. We support personal development and continual improvement and are committed to equal opportunities. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities. Please note: That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job
30/08/2024
Project-based
Company Overview My client is in an early-stage business requiring a significant level of commitment and flexibility from staff. Due to the global nature of the customer base, there may be requirements to travel to locations outside of the UK for periods of time. Please only apply if you believe you would thrive in such an environment. Role Profile The day-to-day planning and project control of system builds and system installations at customer sites in the UK and/or abroad. This involves liaising with our clients to agree the system specification and project scope, whilst liaising with the company s internal functions including Engineering & Purchasing along with third-party contractors representing both the company and the client. You will be the single point contact for a given project and the Key data holder for timing and latest actions / issues. You will be proactive, experienced, committed and driven, with the capability and ambition to enable and benefit from the company s opportunity to scale. Cleaning and hygiene in food factories usually takes place on evening shifts, hence there is the potential to work unsociable hours occasionally or travel overseas to support projects. We expect the successful applicant to join and enhance the open culture where everyone is encouraged to partner in their colleague s success and have a desire for continued learning whilst focusing on delivering results. Key Requirements for the role include: To lead, manage and coordinate projects effectively with day-to-day use of MS Project and other planning tools Running of regular Project meetings, escalating issues to the Senior team when required Communicate effectively and provide regular, accurate daily progress reports. Ensure compliance with the current processes and templates. Mitigate risks through detailed planning and applying processes consistently. Ensure continuous learning feedback is effective, and that performance continually improves. Experience in the deployment of capital equipment preferably within a manufacturing environment (£250,000-£500,000 projects). Liaise with Finance to prepare and validate budgets and maintain accurate cost reports and cost-to-complete forecasts. High intellectual curiosity combined with the desire to seek knowledge when required. Candidate profile Positive mentality - demonstrating drive and endurance to achieve results. Strategic planner and evaluator. Proactive and innovative. Excellent communicator. Ability to influence, negotiate and motivate. Tenacious and results driven. High bias for action Qualifications and Experience Required Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP). Conversant and experienced in the use of Microsoft Project to prepare and monitor detailed plans and Gantt charts, resource levelling (Critical for the role). 5+ years of project management experience ensuring completion on time, within budget, to agreed scope and meeting customer expectations. Organised - able to manage time and effectively prioritise tasks. Consistently set high standards of behaviour and a strong work ethic. Enthusiastic and self-motivated; able to work under pressure. Flexible regarding working hours. Experience preparing project budgets and scopes. Knowledge of Health and Safety best practices. Desirable Experience working within the food industry. Six sigma certified (green or black belt) NEBOSH or equivalent H&S trained. CDM experience Experience using What we Offer A positive work environment. We care about making good products safely. We care about understanding science, and the customer. We value team communication and collaboration. We support personal development and continual improvement and are committed to equal opportunities. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities. Please note: That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job