Morson International is proud to be working on behalf of a world leader in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of off-highway transmissions for Backhoe Loaders, Telescopic Material Handlers and 4 - 9 tonne Site Dumpers. With a long and proud history, they have a world class reputation for quality, durability and innovation. They currently have a requirement for a Research and Development Technician. Location: Wolverhampton Role Purpose: - To play an integral role in the Engineering team - To conduct technical investigation of current and future product, components, material and processes, in both laboratory and field environments. Job Description: The key responsibilities of this role will be: - To support the build and test phases of NPI projects for the engineering department - To design, build, program, commission and operate test rigs - To set up and support field-testing of machines - To bench-mark competitor’s products, and present the findings to the relevant departments - To generate technical reports, and to present test results to the engineering department - Instrumentation calibration - Use of the 5s system in development areas - To support the quality department with testing, analysing and replicating customer’s failures in the field. Required Skills/ Experience: - Strong experience within a hands on research/development role, preferably within the automotive industry - A time-served apprenticeship - Educated to HNC/ONC level in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) - Knowledge of hydraulics, electronics, engines and transmissions Salary: £19,731-£24,663 (dependant on experience) Duration: Permanent
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