Fixed term for 34 months, 37.75 hours per week
The University of Huddersfield, working in partnership with Venari, a specialist, innovative vehicle manufacturer, have an exciting employment opportunity for a high-calibre graduate to work on a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP). This is a challenging, strategic project that will shape the future of the company through the development and implementation of new and bespoke design simulation processes.
The KTP scheme is one of the UK’s largest graduate employment programmes. One of the key benefits of KTP is access to a personal development budget, key management training from specialists Ashorne Hill and tailored coaching and mentoring support to help you develop your core people and project management skills.
As Design Simulation Engineer, you will be based at Venari and will work in collaboration with the University of Huddersfield whose experienced teams will provide you with full support. By applying academic knowledge to a real-world challenge, this is a chance to deliver impact and fast-track your career. This is a fixed-term contract for 34-months, however, successful completion of the KTP may lead to long-term employment at Venari.
The Company
As the UK’s leading manufacturer of emergency vehicles, Venari is aiming to reduce new vehicle development time through robust design simulation. The role will be based within the company’s design function, in Goole, alongside the main manufacturing plant.
The Role
The role will include the development and embedding of robust simulation methodologies, including crash simulation, into Venari’s design processes. It will also include defining and supervising physical crash tests. Reporting directly to Venari’s Engineering Manager, the post-holder will be responsible for leading this high-profile project, with significant support from the academic team at the University and other stakeholders.
The Person
A 1st/2:1 honours degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related technology discipline is essential along with practical engineering experience, ideally gained within the manufacturing sector. You will possess strong technical skills with the drive and determination to lead this strategic project and to deliver and embed new knowledge into the company.
Please note, this is a re-advertisement, previous applicants need not apply.
The University is deeply committed to equality and diversity for all its students and staff. We seek to be diverse and inclusive, supporting individuals and groups to fulfil their potential and nurture a sense of belonging. We strive to be an accessible, inclusive employer, removing barriers for all. Find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including our commitments and accreditations as a Disability Confident Employer, Stonewall Top 100 Employer, Athena SWAN Bronze Award holder and our membership of the Race Equality Charter.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to discuss the opportunity in more detail, please email Professor Simon Barrans via email: s.m.barrans@hud.ac.uk
If you are a current student at the University, you are welcome to apply for part-time roles of 15 hours or less per week, unless you are a part-time postgraduate student, in which case you can also apply for full time roles, subject to any visa requirements.
For more information, please download the recruitment pack.
