Vacancy Filled
Design Engineers
- Job Reference:
- 47933
- Location(s):
- East Midlands, England, UK
- Position type:
- Full time
- Sector(s):
- Defence
- Function(s):
- Mechanical Engineering
- Date posted:
- 28 October 2008
Our client is a leading independent global provider of Risk Management Services that combines industry experts, risk modeling, practical engineering and technology based solutions. Through a comprehensive and integrated risk management approach. The client is committed to assist its clients in managing their operational, security, and catastrophic risks to minimize business interruption of their operations. We are currently seeking a number of engineers to join our existing team supporting our client in Derby. The Secondary Propulsion Systems team is looking to broaden its capability and capacity in submarine propulsion systems and equipment. Its current work streams include propulsors, steam turbo-generators, flexible couplings and noise attenuators, and overall propulsion plant architecture. To assist this growth a number of mechanical and electrical design engineers and procurement engineers are sought. The placement is to be based at the client?s Derby office and is expected to last between 1 and 3 years. Recognising the restricted nature of this work, candidates must have SC clearance. A background and knowledge of submarine systems is advantageous but not essential. Key Experience Requirement Successful candidates will need to have experience in one or more of the following areas: 1 Conceptual and Innovative design of the following plant, items and systems: · Marine propulsion and related equipment (including condensers, steam turbines, generators, propulsors/propellers, noise attenuating devices); · Fluid systems design; · Submarine systems; · Power electrics including motors and batteries; · Energy storage equipment and systems; · Plant system design and integration; · Rotating plant; 2 Technical Ability in the following areas: · Fibre composites or similar materials; · Finite Element Analysis; · Boiler and Pressure Vessel Codes eg BS5500, ASME VIII; · Noise and vibration for rotating machinery and its attenuation; · Nuclear engineering; · Supply Chain and Procurement management 3 Support Functions such as: · Writing Product Definitions; · Integrated Logistics Support · Configuration Management both plant and supporting documentation.
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