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A unique and cutting-edge automotive technology company in Kidlington who is continuing to expand, creating opportunities across the business are looking for a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join an excellent team. The company is continuing to expand, creating opportunities across the business with plenty of scope for career progression.

Your Role:

This role reports to the CEO and is responsible for the design and integration of our electric vehicle conversions and our EV conversion kits. You will take overall responsibility for the engineering function at Electrogenic, ensuring that our bolt-in powertrains remain the best-in-class and that their integration within the vehicles is of the highest standard. You will work with our electrical and software engineers, while leading a small team of design engineers. You will set standards, ensure our design language is applied throughout all our products, ensuring design for production and value engineering. You will ensure that the finished product drives beautifully and is aesthetically pleasing.

The opportunity is for real job satisfaction, as you re-power classic vehicles to be the best that they can possibly be, and also oversee new generations of production and Defence vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out detailed mechanical design work, including 3D modelling, prototyping, and design verification testing, while ensuring compliance with automotive industry standards and legal vehicle conversion regulations

Select mechanical components with consideration for standardisation, obsolescence, availability, and cost.

Prepare and present mechanical designs at design reviews, while ensuring design files and information are up-to-date and stored appropriately within the PDM/PLM.

Liaise with other departments, including sales and marketing, mechanical build, electrical, and production to ensure products are designed for manufacture & assembly and customer requests are handled efficiently.

Take the technical lead on all projects, coach and support junior engineers in design techniques, define departmental processes, and identify opportunities for process, productivity, and quality improvements.

Ensure all supporting documentation is complete and available such as BoM's, installation guides, etc.

Develop effective relationships with all stakeholders, adhere to all company policies and procedures, and consistently apply workplace management and rules.

Any other requests as necessary in a fair and reasonable manner.

Requirements:

The successful candidate will have

A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Automotive experience.

Advanced SolidWorks proficiency.

Proven track record in leading product development projects.

Extensive expertise in designing bespoke automotive projects.

Proficiency in GD&T

Proficiency in creating detailed 2D drawings for manufacture.

Practical experience in assembly and testing.

Exceptional attention to detail.

Experience in mentorship.

Experience working to tight deadlines in a customer-centric business.

Re-engineering a vehicle to drive better than it ever did requires are range of skills and familiarity with automotive systems, including suspension, braking, transmission, as well as other systems such as air conditioning. Ultimately, our watch-word is that we do not permanently alter the vehicles in any way - all our systems respect the original vison of the vehicle in question and do not require any drilling, cutting or welding of the host.

Desirable Experience:

Familiarity with business tools such as Asana, Jira, etc.

Familiarity of EV systems and battery design is desirable but not essential but the challenge is making the mechanical design team more efficient. Salary offered is negotiable depending on experience, Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm or 8.30am - 5.00pm, plus onsite parking.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Woodeaton Manor School

“Reducing Barriers to Expand Horizons”

• Application Closing Date: 9am on Wednesday 9th October 2024 (unless a suitable candidate has been appointed prior to this date)
• Interview Date: W/B 17th October
• Start Date: 1st January 2025
• Contract/Hours: Permanent/Full-Time
• Salary Details: MPS/UPS + SEN1
• Location of Role: On site
• Contact Email Address: recruitment@woodeaton.oxon.sch.uk

SEND Teacher (Art)

Are you looking for a great challenge, with fabulous young people who deserve the

greatest care and support?

We are seeking a SEND teacher of Art to join us at WMS in our quest to provide the

very best for all of our pupils. Art is very popular with our pupils, and this is a fabulous opportunity for a dedicated art teacher to put art at the heart of all we do

Woodeaton Manor School specialises in the education of pupils aged 11 to 16 years with a

range of SEND challenges, all of whom have an Education Health and Care Plan. Pupils

within the school have a range of learning needs, many have a diagnosis of ASC

and associated needs. The school strives for high standards of teaching and learning and is

committed to ensuring that all pupils achieve their full potential.

We are looking for a highly effective creative and inspirational classroom practitioner to join

Woodeaton Manor School, currently a foundation special school in Oxfordshire. Ideally you will be a skilled teacher of SEND, with successful experience of teaching art across age and ability ranges.

You will:

• be a dedicated, enthusiastic and motivated practitioner to ensure our students develop and reach their full potential.
• Have previous teaching experience and skills of working with children across at least two key stages
• Have experience of working with children with complex special needs including ASD and SEMH
• Have QTS status
• Be willing to take responsibility for a class group as a pastoral teacher
• Deliver subject specific lessons to a wider group of pupils across the school as an art teacher
• Be a team player

Woodeaton Manor School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate must promote this ethos. Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this post. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Please send your completed application form to recruitment@woodeaton.oxon.sch.uk

If you would like to arrange a visit to look around the school please ring 01865 558722

What the school offers its staff

• We can offer you:


• A commitment to support you in developing new skills through a wide range of professional development opportunities and experiences
• The opportunity to make a huge contribution to the education and lives of children who respond very positively to high quality teaching


• A dedicated leadership team committed to supporting our staff

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Electrical Design Engineer
Barnsley
£52,000

Are you looking to join one of the World's largest facilities management companies working on one of the UK's most prestigious commercial contracts?

Our client operates in over 120 countries across the World and can boast some of the UK's most prestigious industrial and commercial contracts, they are rebound for their excellent packages including additional training, over 25 days of annual leave and various routes for progression.

Based out of the companies Barnsley office you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, managing and overseeing the design and technical development of commercial and industrial projects ranging from M&E, fabric other specialist disciplines across the UK. You will be responsible for proving guidance and technical solutions on project deliverables to project/site managers, developing and improving processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency, supporting the growth of the companies design team and much more.

* £52,000 Base Salary
* Company Car Allowance
* Hybrid Working
* Monday-Friday 08:00-17:00
* Private Healthcare, Company Pension, Sick Pay & Further Benefits
* 25 Days Paid Holiday (33 including Bank Holidays)

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

The Chef Manager will be responsible for providing a welcoming, friendly environment, serving a high quality menu with excellent customer service. This is an operational and hands on role where the large majority of time is spent planning and preparing the café food and drinks and interacting with the general public. The Chef Manager is also responsible for the supervision and the rota management of our café staff, and will collaborate closely with our Commercial Manager to maximise profits and further develop the Café in line with the Gallery’s aims and objectives.

Responsibilities:

Customer Service
● Provide excellent customer service to a wide variety of customers both external and internal (staff, artists etc.).
● Resolve and record all customer complaints in a calm professional manner.
● Review Customer Service Standards on a regular basis and refresh staff training
accordingly.

Food & Drink
● Plan and update weekly menus and prepare orders for the following week.
● Create high quality seasonal dishes in design and taste that reflect the Gallery’s
exhibition programme.
● Ensure that all café food and drink is prepared and presented in accordance with the standards, recipes and procedures agreed upon with the Commercial Manager.
● Take pride in maintaining our hygiene rating – we all clean and a strict schedule is
adhered to.
● Work with the Commercial Manager on menu development.
● Ensure that all alcohol is sold according to the Licensing Act 2003.
● Develop good relationships with existing suppliers and explore new options with the Commercial Manager.
● Maintain stock levels, place orders and regularly evaluate pricing and procurement
options.
● Enthusiasm to develop and engage with wider management to grow the business.

Health & Safety and Daily Operations
● Carry out daily opening and closing checks, ensuring our Safer Food Better Business Diary is completed daily.
● Adhere to Hygiene Policies and ensure the kitchen meets all regulations – Allergens, Manual Handling, CoSHH, HACCP, Fire, Knife handling
● Ensure high levels of hygiene are maintained in the kitchen and café areas according to procedures set out in the Safer Food Better Business Manual. Regularly review food hygiene procedures.
● Ensure that all health and safety requirements are met in the kitchen and café area
and carry out risk assessments for all activities.
● Manage maintenance of all equipment in the kitchen and oversee and carry out
cleaning schedules.
● Act as main contact for scheduled and unscheduled visits by Local Authority officers concerning food hygiene and standards.
● Complete all other training assigned by the Gallery, including Safeguarding Children Level 2.
● Work with the Commercial Manager to ensure all waste and procurement activities of the cafe comply with the Environmental objectives in accordance with the Gallery’s Environmental and Sustainability Strategy and Targets.

Staff
● Carry out induction training for all new staff.
● Work with the Commercial Manager to create Sequence of Service documents and
schedules for all areas of the cafe operations and carry out the training of staff to
follow these procedures
● Ensure all Café Staff are regularly trained on coffee making, food hygiene and that
training is recorded in Safer Food Better Business Diary.
● Assist the Commercial Manager with the recruitment of new café staff.
● Manage all café staff, including drawing up rotas, arrange cover for staff who are
ill/absent.
● Monitor and manage any issues with Cafe Staff and escalate them to the Commercial Manager when necessary, always following the Gallery Policies.
● Attend regular gallery staff meetings.

Commercial Activities
● To manage the P&L budget of the cafe reporting monthly to the Commercial Manager
● To meet income targets set by the Commercial Manager and discuss ideas to
increase revenue.
● Ensure strict control on stock to minimise wastage and maintain budgeted margins.
● Ensure the till is accurately programmed with new prices and offers including correct VAT codes.
● Ensure sales are tracked as instructed by the Commercial Manager, in order to
produce high quality data.
● Process all orders and authorise invoices for approval. This includes signing off
deliveries, matching all incoming invoices and credit notes to orders, authorising
invoices and passing invoices to the finance department for payment. It also includes
resolving errors and queries with suppliers.
● Assist the Commercial Manager with planning and implementing change in the Café regularly.

Essential Skills & Experience
● A passion for preparing good quality fresh food with the drive to create new recipes and experiment with new ideas that respond to the Gallery’s programme.
● Menu development experience, with the ability to change and adapt depending on visitors’ feedback.
● Excellent eye for detail and food presentation.
● A flexible, innovative and proactive approach to sales strategies and solutions.
● Experience of working in a similar café environment including exposure to the duties outlined above (specifically food preparation, cooking, stock ordering and
management, cash handling and till usage).
● Level 2 or over NVQ Qualification or equivalent.
● Qualifications in Level 2 Hygiene, Food Allergens Awareness and Working in Licensed Premises. Willingness to train to Level 3.
● Barista experience, making a range of coffees and hot drinks.
● Understanding of Allergens and dietary requirements.
● Experience of negotiating prices with new suppliers.
● A high regard for customer service and satisfaction.
● Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative and without supervision.
● Staff management experience.
● You need to be enthusiastic, approachable and above all an absolute team player.

Desirable Skills & Experience
● Rota management experience.
● Flexibility to work some weekends & evenings.
● An interest in contemporary art.

A unique and cutting-edge automotive technology company in Kidlington who is continuing to expand, creating opportunities across the business are looking for a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join an excellent team. The company is continuing to expand, creating opportunities across the business with plenty of scope for career progression.

Your Role:

This role reports to the CEO and is responsible for the design and integration of our electric vehicle conversions and our EV conversion kits. You will take overall responsibility for the engineering function at Electrogenic, ensuring that our bolt-in powertrains remain the best-in-class and that their integration within the vehicles is of the highest standard. You will work with our electrical and software engineers, while leading a small team of design engineers. You will set standards, ensure our design language is applied throughout all our products, ensuring design for production and value engineering. You will ensure that the finished product drives beautifully and is aesthetically pleasing.

The opportunity is for real job satisfaction, as you re-power classic vehicles to be the best that they can possibly be, and also oversee new generations of production and Defence vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out detailed mechanical design work, including 3D modelling, prototyping, and design verification testing, while ensuring compliance with automotive industry standards and legal vehicle conversion regulations

Select mechanical components with consideration for standardisation, obsolescence, availability, and cost.

Prepare and present mechanical designs at design reviews, while ensuring design files and information are up-to-date and stored appropriately within the PDM/PLM.

Liaise with other departments, including sales and marketing, mechanical build, electrical, and production to ensure products are designed for manufacture & assembly and customer requests are handled efficiently.

Take the technical lead on all projects, coach and support junior engineers in design techniques, define departmental processes, and identify opportunities for process, productivity, and quality improvements.

Ensure all supporting documentation is complete and available such as BoM's, installation guides, etc.

Develop effective relationships with all stakeholders, adhere to all company policies and procedures, and consistently apply workplace management and rules.

Any other requests as necessary in a fair and reasonable manner.

Requirements:

The successful candidate will have

A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Automotive experience.

Advanced SolidWorks proficiency.

Proven track record in leading product development projects.

Extensive expertise in designing bespoke automotive projects.

Proficiency in GD&T

Proficiency in creating detailed 2D drawings for manufacture.

Practical experience in assembly and testing.

Exceptional attention to detail.

Experience in mentorship.

Experience working to tight deadlines in a customer-centric business.

Re-engineering a vehicle to drive better than it ever did requires are range of skills and familiarity with automotive systems, including suspension, braking, transmission, as well as other systems such as air conditioning. Ultimately, our watch-word is that we do not permanently alter the vehicles in any way - all our systems respect the original vison of the vehicle in question and do not require any drilling, cutting or welding of the host.

Desirable Experience:

Familiarity with business tools such as Asana, Jira, etc.

Familiarity of EV systems and battery design is desirable but not essential but the challenge is making the mechanical design team more efficient. Salary offered is negotiable depending on experience, Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm or 8.30am - 5.00pm, plus onsite parking.

Customer Experience Team Member

ATG Entertainment is proud to stand at the forefront of the live entertainment industry.

Are you great with customers, but looking for something a little bit different? We’re looking for customer-focused staff who’d like to work in our exciting, fast-paced and interesting company.

Every night we welcome thousands of people through our doors to enjoy the best in live entertainment. Whether it’s a night out with friends for a special birthday or a family’s first pantomime, every visit is important. We work hard to make sure each customer leaves with those unique memories you can only get from a live show…and that they want to return again and again!

As part of our Customer Experience Team you’ll make this happen. The charismatic and welcoming face of the company, you’ll offer the highest standards of customer service and care. You’ll ensure we meet our financial targets by making customers want to return and by selling products and packages on the night, ranging from traditional programmes and ice creams to exciting new cocktails in our luxury bars.

Full of variety, this role is both fun and challenging. You’ll take responsibility for a range of tasks as part of a friendly, passionate and ambitious team, working in one of our unique venues with an ever-changing programme of events.

Further information on the role and the skills you’ll need can be found in our full job description and in our website article: https://careers.atg.co.uk/about-us/life-at-atg/front-of-house.html

If you have the skills to achieve our goals and an affinity for our values we’d like to hear from you! Experience from within the entertainment sector is not essential and we actively encourage applications from people from the widest range of backgrounds, including those currently under-represented in this industry. You do need to be aged 18+ for this position.

The New Theatre Oxford is the main commercial theatre in Oxford and has a capacity of nearly 1,800 people. There has been a theatre on the corner of George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre built in 1836 was known commonly as the 'Vic', and later as the 'Theatre Royale' and has previously been the home of Oxford University Dramatic Society. The theatre was damaged by fire in 1892 and enlarged in 1908, and the present building dates from 1933, opening in 1934. Our venue hosts touring productions ranging from musicals, comedians, music events and we host private conferences.

Our expertise and capabilities enable producers and other creatives to bring their visions to life and create unforgettable performances for audiences, presented in our landmark venues and delivered with exceptional hospitality. It is the passion of our teams, that cover every discipline across the live entertainment industry, that underpins our continuing strategic growth and success.

People are at the heart of our success. We are passionate about bringing great live experiences to the widest possible audience; about giving the world’s best creative talent the stage it deserves; and about providing our people and partners with opportunities to realise their full potential.

We offer the following benefits for our Customer Experience Team Members:

myStrength Mental Wellbeing App
WeCare Support Services
Theatre Tickets (Subject to Availability)
ATG+ Card
Staff Discounts
Pension
Access to ToothFairy - Dental access and guidance from home
Interested? Please click on the link to view our full job description.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, which means that we are taking action to ensure that people with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will offer an interview or recruitment event to disabled candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they best meet the essential criteria for the role. Where we receive more applications than we are reasonably able to interview for any given role, we will retain applications for the next available interview opportunity wherever possible.

If you’d like to discuss accessibility prior to applying, please review our job description where you can find our contact details to request a confidential discussion.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to provide a stage for everyone. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture. Find out more about us and our values at atg.co.uk and careers.atg.co.uk

Product Design Engineer
Oxford

Up to £300 a day inside IR35

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Product Design Engineer to join a great medical device company priding itself on quality.

With no day ever being the same as a Product Design Engineer the role offers career development within a first-class high tech environment.

Benefits:- Opportunity to work flexibly, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Health plan, Bonuses

Role & Responsibilities:

The role is to work with the mechanical engineering design team to support the development of plastic elements within the disposable set and on the retained unit of both products. The post holder will contribute to the creation of specifications for parts and assemblies through the process including testing, analysis and risk evaluation, etc. The post holder will be required to work closely with suppliers and internal operations team to ensure the products are fit for manufacture. Deliverables include the generation of 3D CAD data, 2D drawings, Engineering BOMs, assembly instructions and initial support of the FMEA to implement appropriate risk controls.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Experience in the product development of complex plastic components.
• Experience in enclosure design for the packaging of electronics.
• Strong knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes (injection moulding, RIM moulding, vacuum forming, ultrasonic welding)
• Willingness to be hands on, building prototypes in the workshop
• Proficiency in CAD software including surface modelling (preferably Solidworks and PDM).
• Ability to produce Technical Reports to a high standard both in terms of technical content, presentation and written English.
• Enthusiasm, good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work effectively with outside suppliers and manufacturers.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

My client is a high technology company headquartered in Oxfordshire. They design and manufacture complete laser-based systems, supply subcontract laser manufacturing services and carry out after sales services.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the design and development of Micro Machining and High Speed Imaging systems

In this role you will be expected to be creative and innovative in the generation of concepts and detailed designs using 3D CAD and FEA simulation tools. Your responsibilities will include the generation of drawings and MRP data for both internal and external customers using approved procedures and processes.

Responsibilities
This is a wide-ranging role in mechanical design

" Produce concept and detailed designs using 3D CAD ensuring that solutions are fit for purpose and cost effective.
" Use FEA tools to simulate mechanical behaviour
" Generate and amend drawings and documentation to appropriate standards including BS8888
" Investigate and define answers to design problems via NCR's and ECR's
" Generate and maintain detailed BoM's
" To work in accordance with safety procedures detailed within the Health and Safety manual, taking care to avoid injury to themselves and others at work.
" Working to the highest professional standards both in house and at customers sites
The Person
" Should readily take ownership of their tasks and complete them with their very best endeavours and to the best of their ability.
" Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and to manage own workload to meet each individual task in good time.
" Should fit comfortably in a very technical environment with a highly qualified and experienced staff.
" Should enjoy working in a small organisation where he/she has a considerable level of responsibility, but also needs to perform basic tasks on occasion. Willingness to support other aspects of the business or deliver other tasks as the company may require.
" Ability to innovate and work with minimum supervision
" A "can do" attitude.
" Proactive problem-solving capability - able to take problem ownership and drive solutions forward, working to tight deadlines in a customer focused manner
" Team player; demonstrated ability to work closely with other team members.
Education,

Experience & Skills
Essential " A minimum of 5 year's experience working in a mechanical design role in a high technology company
" Experience of using 3D CAD packages. AutoCAD Inventor and Vault would be an advantage
" Experience of MRP systems and BoM maintenance
" Degree level of education preferred but not essential

Desirable " An understanding on aspects of mechanical engineering, including structural analysis.
" An understanding of materials, treatments and finishes, and their environmental implications
" A proven ability to support change within an organisation
" Candidates must have legal right to work in the UK and be commutable to our site in Oxfordshire

Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

My client is a high technology company headquartered in Oxfordshire. They design and manufacture complete laser-based systems, supply subcontract laser manufacturing services and carry out after sales services.

This is an ideal opportunity for a promising Mechanical Design Engineer with up to 3 yrs relevant experience to join an expanding, well established business working with like-minded professionals.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the design and development of Micro Machining and High Speed Imaging systems

In this role you will be expected to be creative and innovative in the generation of concepts and detailed designs using 3D CAD and FEA simulation tools. Your responsibilities will include the generation of drawings and MRP data for both internal and external customers using approved procedures and processes.

Responsibilities
This is a wide-ranging role in mechanical design

" Produce concept and detailed designs using 3D CAD ensuring that solutions are fit for purpose and cost effective.
" Use FEA tools to simulate mechanical behaviour
" Generate and amend drawings and documentation to appropriate standards including BS8888
" Investigate and define answers to design problems via NCR's and ECR's
" Generate and maintain detailed BoM's
" To work in accordance with safety procedures detailed within the Health and Safety manual, taking care to avoid injury to themselves and others at work.
" Working to the highest professional standards both in house and at customers sites
The Person
" Should readily take ownership of their tasks and complete them with their very best endeavours and to the best of their ability.
" Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and to manage own workload to meet each individual task in good time.
" Should fit comfortably in a very technical environment with a highly qualified and experienced staff.
" Should enjoy working in a small organisation where he/she has a considerable level of responsibility, but also needs to perform basic tasks on occasion. Willingness to support other aspects of the business or deliver other tasks as the company may require.
" Ability to innovate and work with minimum supervision
" A "can do" attitude.
" Proactive problem-solving capability - able to take problem ownership and drive solutions forward, working to tight deadlines in a customer focused manner
" Team player; demonstrated ability to work closely with other team members.
Education,

Experience & Skills
Essential " A minimum of 5 year's experience working in a mechanical design role in a high technology company
" Experience of using 3D CAD packages. AutoCAD Inventor and Vault would be an advantage
" Experience of MRP systems and BoM maintenance
" Degree level of education preferred but not essential

Desirable " An understanding on aspects of mechanical engineering, including structural analysis.
" An understanding of materials, treatments and finishes, and their environmental implications
" A proven ability to support change within an organisation
" Candidates must have legal right to work in the UK and be commutable to our site in Oxfordshire

Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early. Therefore, early application is encouraged.  We would consider full or part time applications for this role.
Vacancy Details  Whitelands Academy is a warm, welcoming and busy school where staff and students strive to be the best they can be. .  We couldn’t do what we do without our fantastic staff team, and we are looking for a proactive and self-motivated Science and DT Technician to join our team.  If you are looking for a school support role, working in Secondary School, providing support to a variety of departments within school. Come and join us on this exciting journey and be part of helping every student reach their potential.   All About You  Do you have what it takes to join us? The Science Technician we would like to join us will: Have knowledge of health and safety within a school environment.  Have excellent organisational skills, able to manage a workload and prioritise.  Why Work for us?  We think you will love working with us and here are some of the reasons why:  We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos.  Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated to helping children succeed.  Our children are engaged and eager to learn.  We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community.  As part of The White Horse Federation multi-academy trust, we benefit from their support, encouragement, shared resources and outstanding CPD opportunities.  Why not come and see for yourself? We would love to welcome you to our school and show you around so that you can better understand our school environment. Please get in touch with the school office to arrange.  The White Horse Federation is a large Multi-Academy Trust in South West and South East England, committed to providing the very best education for our students. We believe in empowering our staff to be the very best they can be, and that is why you will find a wide range of professional development opportunities available to you when you join us.  Benefits:  We believe in valuing our staff, and one of the ways we can do that is by offering a range of benefits to our staff:  Car Purchase Scheme   Discounted Gym Membership Cycle to Work Scheme  Employee Assistance Programme   Excellent Pension Scheme  Ready to Apply?  We hope we have done enough to give you a flavour of what it is like to work here. If you would like come and join us, then please apply today – we are looking forward to hearing from you. 

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1 x 36 hours, 52.14 weeks per year, Permanent

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

You will be required to effectively manage a high performing, responsive Design Engineering service by ensuring effective planning and programming of works whilst maximising the productivity of service achieving excellent front line delivery.

You will have responsibility for the following Roads & Transportation Service functions: Flood Risk Management, Structures and Project Design and Implementation.

You will work with the council's senior management team, services and elected members to ensure that the Roads & Transportation Service supports the effectiveness of the organisation and its reputation through effective service provision, communications, leadership and advice on all frontline related issues.

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Job Title: Design Manager - Major Highways Scheme

Location: Oxford, United Kingdom

Company: A renowned construction and infrastructure firm dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to complex challenges. With a strong track record of success, who specialise in large-scale projects that shape communities and drive progress. They are currently seeking a talented and experienced Design Manager to lead the design process for a prestigious £200 million highways scheme in Oxford.

Role Overview: As the Design Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the design process for the £200+ million highways scheme, serving as the design lead and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality design solutions that meet project requirements and objectives. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, external consultants, and stakeholders to develop innovative design concepts, manage the design process from concept to completion, and maintain compliance with regulatory standards and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design team and manage the design process for the £200 million highways scheme, from initial concept development to detailed design and construction documentation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and client representatives to understand project requirements, objectives, and constraints, ensuring alignment of design solutions with project goals.
• Develop and implement innovative design concepts and solutions that optimize functionality, efficiency, and sustainability while adhering to budgetary constraints and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, planners, and environmental specialists, to integrate design elements and ensure seamless project delivery.
• Oversee the preparation and review of design drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Manage the design review process, including internal design reviews, client presentations, and regulatory approvals, addressing feedback and resolving design-related issues in a timely manner.
• Monitor design progress and performance against project milestones and budgetary constraints, implementing corrective measures as necessary to mitigate risks and maintain project schedule.
• Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence within the design team, promoting innovation, professional development, and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Design Manager or similar role, with a track record of successfully leading design teams on large-scale infrastructure projects, ideally in the highways sector.
• Strong knowledge of design principles, standards, and practices related to highways and transportation infrastructure, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and resolve complex design-related issues.
• Proficiency in design software and tools, such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, or similar.
• Familiarity with relevant design standards and regulations, including DMRB, Highways England standards, and local authority requirements.
• Previous experience working on highways projects in the UK is highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Chance to work on a high-profile infrastructure project that will positively impact the community

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Carbon60 are recruiting for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to work with global supplier of laser processing tools. They are a unique business based in Abingdon, suppling bespoke special purpose machinery that incorporate laser technology.

These senior electrical design engineer position is on a permanent basis and has become available due to continued growth and expansion. The ideal candidate will be someone that has a proven track record of delivering electrical distribution and control systems for special purpose machinery.

Role Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for designing LV distribution and control systems for bespoke machines which are utilised within a production/manufacturing environment.

• Produce single line and schematic diagrams using Solidworks electrical.
• Provide electrical calculations where appropriate.
• Create and maintain documentation for project technical file.
• Work with mechanical design department to produce panel layouts and wiring routes.
• PLC program design, implementation, and testing to devise solutions.
• Interpret customer supplied technical documentation.
• Electrical fault finding
• Electrical safety testing

Skills and Experience required:

• Relevant technical qualification in electrical engineering e.g., Degree/ HND
• Proven track record of delivering electrical distribution and control systems for special bespoke machinery.
• Sound knowledge of electrical CAD software, ideally SolidWorks but other packages considered.
• PLC programming/ coding experience
• Able to carry out electrical safety testing.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering company.

If you are interested in the role and want some more information, please contact Marika in the engineering team on 07425 354 032.

Interviews are being held shortly.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We are working with a Tier 1 contractor based near Reading to recruit a Design Manager to join the team.

The company are a national brand with an excellent reputation in their chosen marketplace and have excellent long term relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider supply chain and have a forward thinking approach to staff engagement and there are opportunities to grow and develop your career with them.

The regional office is based near Reading but the geographical area covers the M4 Corridor Reading and Oxford and they target work in the education, public sector, leisure and commercial marketplaces with a mix of negotiated and framework opportunities. Turnover for 2024 has been secured and 2025/6 is almost there so they are now in a position to be highly selective about what type of work they look at.

Current live projects include new build NHS and student schemes in Oxford, SEN schools, Life Sciences schemes, Office and local authority developments ranging from £25 to £90 million on JCT and NEC forms of contract.

The role of design Manager includes early involvement at tender and bid stage, working with the estimating and commercial teams to carry out a detailed and forensic investigation into the scheme and work on the key packages to explore and identify both opportunities and potential issues with critical pathways, carry out ve exercises where needed and use your skills and expertise to create detailed input for the tender and bid packages. You will be responsible for the information flow between client, consultants, subcontractors and your own internal teams and take the lead on the framework schemes.

You will be responsible for taking the scheme from tender, bid including full detailed 2nd stage works, contract award and finally onto site for the construction phase. You will be responsible for management and implementation of the design on site with the project manager and site delivery teams and subcontractors and take responsibility for managing rfi's, change process, cdm regulations etc. through to handover, commissioning.

You will ideally have worked for a tier 1 or larger regional contractor on schemes above £10 million and have experience of both D&B projects and framework negotiations, be able to demonstrate excellent work practices, attention to detail, organisational skills as well as the ability to identify opportunities and potential issues.

They are looking for experienced Design Managers as well as senior staff as part of their controlled growth and development and now is a brilliant time to join the business. They offer a competitive salary and package, hybrid working options, full training and bespoke development packages and the opportunities for advancement are unlimited - they regularly recognise, reward and promote the best internal talent.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Description:

About our team...

Airbus Helicopters is the world’s largest helicopter manufacturer and the company’s site at Oxford Airport is Britain’s civil helicopter hub.

AHUK offers considerable experience in helicopter sales, bespoke completions, maintenance and spares support.  Its in-house engineering capabilities include design, customisation, installation, flight-testing and certification, as well as technical support, maintenance, training and the supply of spares for civil and military applications.

AHUK is the MoD’s chosen provider of helicopters and maintenance for its Defence Helicopter Flying School (referred to as MFTS) located in RAF Shawbury (Shropshire) and RAF Valley (Anglesey).

Description/Overall purpose of the Job

We are seeking two Apprentice Design Engineers to provide assistance on mechanical design solutions on a wide range of Airbus helicopters for integration of mission equipment ranging from external loads to internal cabin configuration. In this junior role you will develop skills in order to progress to become a Mechanical Design Engineer.

As part of the Apprenticeship you will study and work towards a Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths (If required), Level 3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Technical Knowledge), Level 3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) and Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship. You will attend college 1 day per week during term time to complete this, and we will support you and allow you time to focus on the qualification at other times as and when required. The college learning will be based at one of the Abingdon & Witney based colleges.

Main responsibilities

• Developing cost effective design solutions to technical and commercial requirements placed on the design office

• Undertaking mechanical design i.a.w. the design office procedures as directed by the Chief Mechanical Design Engineer or his Deputy

• To develop a set of skills to allow progression to Mechanical design Engineer role with support from team members

• Keeping up to date with new technological advances

• Gaining an understanding or certification requirements for Mechanical designs

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of, and some previous experience of using a CAD system e.g. AutoCAD

• Computer literate in Google Suite (G-Mail, Google Drive, Google Sheets, Google docs etc.)

Desirable

• A desire to work in the Aviation Industry and in a design office 

• Computer literate in MS Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel 

Education, Qualifications or Training

Essential

• 5 or more GCSEs A*- C / 9 - 4, including Maths and English, or equivalent

KPI’s

• Effective communicator within the Design Office mechanical team and other internal departments

• Efficient use of a CAD system e.g. AutoCAD and Microsoft Office tools, although training will be provided as necessary.

• Ability to work on own initiative, requesting guidance and support when required.

• Ability to grasp and embrace new design concepts quickly

• Developing cost effective design solutions to technical and commercial requirements placed on the design office

• Support department objectives

• Developing technical knowledge and design skills

About you 

• Excellent communication skill; written and verbal.

• Ability to communicate and negotiate internally and externally at all levels.

• Commercially aware.

• Team player with the ability to work effectively under pressure on multiple tasks simultaneously.

• A reliable person capable of producing high quality documentation.

• Ability to work in a team environment and being able to full-fill the role required by the team even when that role may vary from project to project.

• Well developed problem solving skills and the ability to assess evidence and develop conclusions based on that evidence in a logical and structured fashion

Additional requirements 

• Due to the nature of this position you will require DBS Security Clearance and be eligible for SC clearance. 

• Applicants must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.

Data Protection

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Helicopters UK Ltd

Employment Type:

Apprenticeship

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Experience Level:

Student

Job Family:

Structure Design & Integration <JF-EN-EO>

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.