Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Agilent encourages and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic, and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications, and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek -- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Want more information on Agilent? Check out www.agilent.com!

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our Research & Development team based in Craven Arms, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire.

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding team taking Agilent's world-leading liquid chromatography products from the drawing board to the real world.

Working on site at Agilent’s Dissolution Centre of Excellence, within the R&D team, you will have the ability to make a real difference to Agilent’s chromatography and dissolution businesses.  As an organisation we embrace Agile methodologies making for an engaging and rewarding mix of technological discovery, product development, and employee growth and development.

You will be working as part of a multi-discipline, cross-functional team and your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing mechanical designs for next-generation laboratory detectors and instrumentation
• Coordinating and building prototypes to demonstrate proof-of-concept and feasibility.
• Creating and reviewing technical drawings and managing bill of materials. 
• Working with suppliers on the design and purchase of parts.
• Leading and contributing to technical design reviews as part of Agilent’s product lifecycle process.
• Close collaboration with Marketing, QA and Manufacturing during the development lifecycle to ensure product designs meet customer requirements.
• Troubleshooting and analysing technical issues in-depth to understand core problems and provide sound solutions.

Qualifications

We are looking for a motivated individual with the following background:

• University Degree in Mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Proficient relevant experience in designing, building, and testing new products in an R&D environment using relevant industry and engineering standards.
• Proficiency with 3D parametric CAD modeling software, preferably Siemens Nx CAD
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and FMEA principles would be preferred.
• Experience in designing optical systems would be an advantage.
• Project management experience would be desirable.
• Knowledge of Agilent’s LC or Dissolution instrumentation would be a strong plus.

On a personal level, you are rigorous, eager to learn and able to adapt to different working methods/environments. You also have excellent communication skills to interact with both internal and external partners. You enjoy both working within a team and autonomously. You are also capable of taking ownership and leading a variety of projects. Finally, you possess a continuous improvement and growth mindset.

What we offer

• Outstanding company culture
• Career development opportunities
• Company pension scheme, yearly company bonus, private health care, stock purchase plan, medical & life insurance…
• A position within an international organisation, offering a dynamic working environment, with exciting challenges and opportunities

You will become part of a company that works according to these values:
We move life sciences and diagnostics forward, care about the needs of our customers and strive to ensure people are treated consistently, fairly and with respect. We deliver effective life science and diagnostic solutions valued by our customers.

We will make sure you get all the training and development opportunities you need to become the best in your field!

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least Oktober 15, 2024 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $136.752,00 - $213.675,00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to diversity in the workplace and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel RequiredOccasional

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DurationNo End Date

Job FunctionR&D