Summary of the role
Tooling & experimental equipment design Engineer in support of the design, development and evaluation of high explosives initiation systems.
Key accountabilities
• To provide Mechanical Engineering Design Support to the Technical Operations Group scientific community to enable the design, characterisation and evaluation of initiation systems
• To maintain safe working practices in accordance with all relevant external and Company regulations and codes of practice
Knowledge, Qualifications, Experience, Skills
• Current state of relevant engineering technology
• Effective understanding of Software Design Packages and Manufacturing Processes
• Health & Safety Legislation, Company Safety Management System
• HNC or equivalent in mechanical engineering
• The use of Computer Automated Design Software Packages for the design of mechanical assemblies or systems
• Manufacturing of one off and batch quantities of mechanical experimental equipment and components
• Recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
• Logical and analytical approach to problem solving
• Communicate clearly and unambiguously in exchange of information at all levels
• Build and improve effective internal working relationships
• Maintain effective work under pressure
• Effectively manage own time and programme of work
• Work with minimum supervision
• Interact positively with staff of all levels
• Effectively use IT equipment and required software packages
Special Requirements
• Medically fit to work with Explosives and within a High Explosives area
About The Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE)
Tasked with maintaining the UK's nuclear deterrent, the Atomic Weapons Establishment is without equal. No other organisation in the UK does what we do. Nor do they operate the way we do. This means our people can push the boundaries of conventional thinking and enjoy a wealth of stimulating challenges that are of real national importance.
Benefits
Join our team and on top of continually developing your abilities, you'll receive a superb benefits package. One that includes 28 days' holiday in addition to statutory bank holidays, a final salary pension scheme and relocation assistance where necessary. |
