Summary
- Salary
- £Competitive
- Team
- Motors and Power Systems, Research Engineering
- Location
- Malmesbury - United Kingdom
About us
Within Dyson Research we define what’s next and look to continually push the boundaries of what’s possible. We’re at the very start of the new product ideas chain, working to develop the technologies that enable the products.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Design Research Engineer to join the highly successful Motors and Power Systems team within the Research, Design and Development (RDD) department. Within this team the successful applicant will be working on the mechanical design of our Dyson Digital Motors (DDMs).
About the role
Responsibilities:
Deliver robust design solutions that fulfil the fundamental design requirements
Generate design requirements and identify risk areas
Develop 3D CAD and engineering drawings for motor components and assemblies, along with test rigs and assembly fixtures
Review and approve work completed by others
Understand and comply with relevant International Standards
Be responsible for delivering parts, assemblies and systems from concept to proof of principle. Lead other engineering colleagues as required to support this
Develop innovative and novel concepts with high value IP while considering freedom to operate
Be a source of engineering expertise to advise on design, development, material, manufacturing, prototype build and test issues.
Develop and mentor others within the wider team
Create new, and improve upon existing, best practices and processes within the team
As an assembly and component owner, drive the design activities to achieve the best balance between all physical disciplines, liaising with technical experts in Mechanical/Aerodynamic/Acoustic/Thermal/Electromagnetic aspects.
Own the master CAD and drawing definition.
Ensure the design conforms to best practice
About you
Required:Degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline (2:1 degree or better) with an appreciable level of industrial experience in the design and development of mechanical systems
Capable of performing hand calculations to provide initial design direction and confidence in simulation results
High level of knowledge of 3D computer aided design (CAD) software packages
Working knowledge of GD&T
Understanding of physical failure methods and approaches to root cause analysis
Understanding of design verification approaches and ability to define suitable test methods
Able to communicate appropriate, concise and accurate information in written and verbal formats
Be able to carry out structural FE analysis of components and assemblies
Able to progress tasks autonomously with little direction
Able to multi-task, prioritise activities and plan work effectively to ensure project deadlines are met
Desirable:
Knowledge of power system design, including motors, transmissions and energy storage solutions
An appreciation of other engineering disciplines such aerodynamics, thermodynamics, CFD analysis and electrical, electronics and electromagnetic systems
Experience using Siemens NX, ANSYS Workbench and Siemens Teamcenter
Experience of any relevant manufacturing process simulation techniques
Able to carry out simple mechanical and thermal analyses for concept scoping
Appreciation of statistics and robust design techniques
Appreciation of systems engineering techniques
Understanding of materials science and manufacturing processes
Capable of performing tolerance stack analysis on complex assemblies
Knowledge of compliance and electrical insulation scheme considerations, including creepage and clearance distances, flammability ratings etc
Practical skills relating to prototyping, assembling and fixturing
Experience of design tools (calculations)
Benefits
- 27 days holiday plus eight statutory bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Performance related bonus
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
- Sport centre
- Free on-site parking
- Subsidised café and restaurants
- Discounts on Dyson machines
Interview guidance
We are following the government guidelines regarding COVID19. At this time all interviews will be conducted via video or telephone. We’re taking these precautionary measures to protect both our employee and candidate wellbeing. Our Talent Acquisition team will work with you and provide further information as appropriate.
