Systems Engineer

Poundbury
2 weeks ago
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About us

Loop Technology are industrial automation experts, with our HQ set in the heart of beautiful Dorset. Specialising in robotics, and the aerospace sector, we have many years of experience delivering state-of-the-art solutions to household name companies, with a world-leading reputation for solving difficult industrial problems.

Summary of Position

The Systems Engineer will provide support to all stakeholders in creating practical concepts and providing expertise for electromechanical process automation or robotic solutions. Through effective design documentation, requirements definition, testing and process development, the Systems Engineer will help to develop automated manufacturing solutions, whilst mitigating and reducing process and design risks.

This role will include responsibility for the technical documentation and operator manuals that will be provided with completed bespoke systems.

Primary Responsibilities

Departmental

Provide expertise and assist with development of automated robotic handling, manufacturing, inspection, and assembly systems

Generate initial concepts for electromechanical systems, utilising the skills of engineers across the business for best practice and quality delivery.

Ensure that design concepts are documented effectively for use across other departments

Generate operator and technical documentation for completed automated systems

Carry design through to testing stage to identify issues early in the process, documenting appropriately and suggesting appropriate solutions as required.

Act as an ambassador for the Systems Engineering Department and promote and advocate for the department in a professional manner when carrying out the responsibilities and duties of the position.

Provide mentorship and design input to other engineering departments.

Support the sales engineering team in the development and preparation of project proposals. This will include visits to customers and working. with their engineers to assess the process and project requirements

Carry out engineering studies to determine process or equipment viability

In carrying out the duties required of the position, comply with both the spirit, and stated intent of all company and departmental policies and procedures

Functional

Carry out formal, documented testing of equipment under development at Loop

Assist in the development of proposals undertaken within the systems department

Assist in production of the following documentation

Process appraisals

System proposals

Requirements definition

Process flow definition

System block diagram development

General operator manuals and technical documentation to accompany completed systems

Other related system level design documentation

Assist in research undertaken within the systems department

Produce concept designs for proposals or internal development. This will include

3D models

Analytical assessment of design elements

General assistance with and exposure to tasks carried out within the systems department

Person Specification

Essential Qualities/ Experience

At least 5 years’ experience in engineering design/manufacture

Experience taking designs from concept to commissioning

Experience generating system level requirements and applying a structured system design approach

Experience with technical authoring, manuals, test reports, system appraisals, etc.

Experience applying qualification and acceptance testing to components and systems

Experience creating and maintaining documents/specifications

A proven problem solver

A creative and analytical approach to design

A good understanding of a variety of manufacturing processes and techniques

Good written and oral communication

Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio)

Desirable

  • An understanding of or experience using 2D and 3D vision systems

  • Manufacturing process development

  • Knowledge and experience using and conforming to ISO standards

  • Proficiency using SolidWorks

  • Experience working with industrial robots

  • An understanding of or experience using PLC control

  • Experience using and/or an understanding of electrical control systems.

  • Experience implementing software control (C# ideal)

  • Experience using, designing with, or otherwise have knowledge of fibre reinforced composites (carbon fibre) manufacture

  • Experience making materials and time estimates

    Qualifications

    Degree or equivalent training in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, etc).

    Attitude, Aptitude & Behaviours

    Inquisitive and curious with ability to identify problems as being technical, systemic or process in nature and able to offer solutions based on system level thinking

    Ability to ‘think on their feet’ to overcome problems during the entire life cycle of the machine

    Possess and exhibits a positive outlook and “can do” attitude with the willingness and ability to encourage the same in others

    Exhibits a cooperative and collaborative approach conducive to building high functioning cross-functional teams.

    What can we offer you?

  • Competitive salary in line with your experience

  • A flexible working environment

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays

  • Occupational sick pay

  • Company pension

  • Free Parking

  • A friendly and supportive work environment

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