Fixed term appointment for 3 years, 38.5 hours per week
Pendle Polymer Engineering Ltd. and The University of Huddersfield are looking for a Vibration Control Engineer (Knowledge Transfer Partnership [KTP] Associate) to lead an exciting, Innovate UK-funded KTP.
Pendle Polymer Engineering are seeking to develop a thorough understanding of the underlying physics of elastomeric components, resulting in advanced product design and new product development. This role offers a chance for a highly talented graduate to work within the heart of elastomer manufacturing and have a real impact on the industry.
This project will build on the recently concluded KTP, graded as ‘Outstanding’ by Innovate UK, with the previous KTP Associate now a permanent member of the company team.
The Company
Pendle Polymer Engineering is a small company with a range of products covering rubber to metal bonding, seals and precision mouldings, producing seals weighing fractions of a gram through to the manufacture of complete and sophisticated engine mounting systems. Their anti-vibration products are found on applications ranging from mountain bikes to motorcycles, sports cars to goods vehicles, machinery mounts to earthmovers and trains to helicopters. Precision mouldings and seals are supplied for use with compressed air and natural gas, petroleum and nuclear waste, yoghurt, beer and drinking water. Pendle Polymer Engineering’s customer base is truly international, with the company making regular supplies into North and South America, Europe, Scandinavia, the Middle East and China.
The Role
You will work with university academics and senior Pendle Polymer Engineering staff to drive an extensive programme of innovation, encompassing a thorough understanding of non-linear elastomeric materials, and development of analytical methodology to strengthen product design and identify new markets.
You will conduct a thorough review of the Company’s existing materials, products and manufacturing processes, and develop a reliable simulation method to be incorporated into the new product design process. You will also be involved in the development of the Company’s consultancy service within the industry.
You will lead the project as part of the nationally acclaimed KTP scheme, and be upskilled via a personal development package covering best practice in project management. KTP schemes are an invaluable way for talented graduates to fast-track their career development in their chosen sector, becoming the industry leaders of tomorrow.
The Person
The successful candidate will have a good Honours degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science or a closely-related discipline, or relevant industrial experience. Also essential will be the ability to utilise solid modelling packages to aid design and analysis of mechanical components, Finite Element Analysis (FEA) packages, and knowledge of structural dynamics and materials behaviour. The successful candidate will be able to conduct quantitative and qualitative research, utilising excellent communication skills to demonstrate findings.
If you are currently registered as a student at the University, please note that you may only apply for part-time jobs of 15 hours or less per week.
For more information, please download the recruitment pack.