Mechanical Design Engineer

University of Oxford - Department of Physics

Location: Oxford Placed On: 29th April 2019

Salary: £40,792 to £48,677 per annum (Grade 8) Closes: 13th May 2019
Hours: Full Time Job Ref: 139456
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

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Denys Wilkinson Building

Keble Road
Oxford

Applications are invited for the post of Mechanical Design Engineer in the Engineers group within the Department of Physics which provides design support for Physics research.
The post is available initially for a fixed-term of 3 years.

The successful candidate will design, analyse and arrange for the production of components, mechanical moving parts, test rigs and experimental equipment for Physics research.
A large portion of the work is in the area of precision instrumentation for experimental Physics, some of which operate at cryogenic temperatures. The role requires regular liaison
with senior academics, research support staff, workshop technicians, other Universities and large international research establishments. The ability to develop a concept into
something practical taking ‘ownership’ of the deliverable and participating in the commissioning of equipment is essential.

Applicants should possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering, or have equivalent experience, and have a strong background in the use of 3-D mechanical CAD design software
with a sound knowledge of established drawing standards and design methods including a good understanding of the mechanical behaviour of structures.

Previous experience in a scientific research environment will be an advantage.

Candidates are expected to demonstrate that they can manage projects from conceptual design through to manufacture, final assembly, testing and commissioning.

Please direct enquiries about the role to Roy Preece (roy.preece@physics.ox.ac.uk).

You will be required to upload a supporting statement, CV and details of two referees as part of your online application.

Only applications received before 12.00 midday on 13 May 2019 can be considered.

www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobspec?p_id=139456

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Academic or Research
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Subject Area(s):

Engineering & Technology

Mechanical Engineering

Location(s):

South East England