Engineering Graduate 25 – 29K

Type: Graduate
Region: East Midlands

Job description

Hands-on Engineering Graduate, Full-Time on-site in Leicestershire.

Up to 29K (plus Shift Allowance)

(Shift Pattern: 06.00 – 14.00/14.00 – 22.00 – Monday – Friday). Possible weekend requirement.

Client:

An Industry leader in ultra-durable optics for extreme environmental conditions and temperature fluctuations. This role has been created due to demand and full training will be given. Ideal team fit will be an intelligent and articulate candidate with keen attention to detail, who would like a hands-on engineering role.

Mission:

To assist the fabrication department by using optical technological knowledge to help with production requirements to meet on-time-delivery requirement.To stay competitive within the current market and to assist in new product development.To make recommendations for continuous process improvements and may instigate relevant development activity.

Key Responsibilities

Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers.

Ability to identify defects and understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Possesses a thorough understanding of relevant Surface Quality Specifications and how the above relates to them.

Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat.

Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc.

Capable of stripping optics safely, observing Local Health and Safety rules.

Identify potential problems with the coating plant/measuring equipment and alert the appropriate support staff.

Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002.

Education, Skills Abilities:

Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or A level

Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word

The ability to analyse situations and results

A good engineering background

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