The Company
Bennett Associates is a privately owned Engineering Design Consultancy located in South Yorkshire. The work undertaken includes the design of bespoke machines for use in the steel, offshore, power and construction industries. In addition the traditional role of the Consulting Engineer is undertaken in performing feasibility studies, failure investigation, technical advice and as expert witness in litigation matters.
Recent projects include the mechanical design of prototype tooling for the A380 Airbus, design of welding and inspection equipment for the offshore industry, design and commissioning of millennium funded moveable bridges and the design of tunnelling equipment.
The long term goal of the company is to continue to produce world class innovative solutions to complex problems. To achieve this we require innovative and highly skilled engineers with drive and enthusiasm to grow with us.
The Role
To work under the guidance of a Project Engineer and assist in producing:
- design layouts
- design calculations
- development of PLC logic for the control of mechanical systems
- preparation of reports
- supervision of draughtsperson
- commissioning of equipment
- liase with clients
Ultimately the candidate will run their own projects.
Qualifications & Experience
You will hold an Engineering degree. It is possible that candidates will have in the general case only limited experience. What you will have is:-
- ability to think laterally
- a sound understanding of engineering principles
- a willingness to work in many diverse industries
- want to improve their own knowledge base
- want responsibility
Training
In order to fulfil your potential in-house training will be given in appropriate areas including:-
- Finite Element Analysis (Ansys)
- Structural Analysis using proprietary software
- Writing of PLC control systems
- Safety
Staff are encouraged to become Chartered Engineers.
Conditions
The starting salary will depend upon experience. Benefits include personal pension and private healthcare schemes.
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