OverviewAs a Senior Project Engineer in the machining group, your primary focus will be on developing digital technologies and process modelling techniques for commodity led production challenges. Collaborating within a team, you will leverage your extensive manufacturing experience to identify, evaluate, and implement established and emerging technologies. Your key objective will be to develop robust and efficient manufacturing processes that drive significant improvements in production output, cost-effectiveness, and overall industrial performance for our customers.Our projects are collaborative and often complex, involving multiple partners, working on innovative technology to provide practical solutions to industrial problems. As a member of the multi-functional project team, you will contribute to the scoping, delivering and reporting of research projects, as well as engineering tasks such as programming for modelling development, implementing numerical techniques such as the Finite Element Method, and performing experimental testing for data capture and analysis. You will support project engineers in their development and in turn, be supported in project tasks.Supported by a dedicated project management team, you will lead and deliver high impact research outcomes. With responsibility for growing the order book in subsequent years, you will need to champion key relationships with industrial and government partners to help keep us at the forefront of advanced manufacturing research. Main duties and responsibilitiesTechnically support the delivery of high-quality research in machining process simulation and optimisation.Programming (MATLAB, Python, C++, Fortran) for model development and Finite Element simulations.Statistical experimental design and analysis of data (i.e Design of Experiments and ANOVA).Preparation of materials (work piece, tooling, fixtures, etc.) and set up of equipment for experimental machining tests.Perform experimental machining tests and material characterisation activities.Write technical reports to summarise key findings and outputs to aid the direction of future research.Present data and results to internal and external stakeholders at all levels in a professional and concise manner.Develop skills through external or on the job training, suitable to accomplish the engineering and project tasks required.Plan and carry out tasks and responsibilities over the short-medium term, with an awareness of longer-term issues to meet the research objectives set in a project.Produce detailed and accurate project documentation such as statements of work, experiment methodologies, and quality gate sheets.Work alongside the Project Management team to plan and order appropriate tooling, materials and hardware ahead of project requirements.Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post. Person SpecificationOur diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with this role’s criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.CriteriaHave a good honours degree in a relevant engineering field (i.e Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials, or similar) – EssentialExperience with at least one of the following programming languages: MATLAB, Python, C++, and Fortran – EssentialA proven understanding of Finite Element modelling principles and practice – EssentialAbility to apply statistical analysis techniques to interpret experimental data effectively – EssentialAbility to creatively analyse and solve problems with an appreciation of longer-term implications – EssentialEffective communication skills, both written and verbal as communication to staff at all levels will be required – EssentialDue to the nature of this role you will need to be a British citizen and be prepared to successfully undertake a Security Check (SC) with UK National Security Vetting. You will also need to have resided in the UK for the past five years in order to apply for security clearance. If you’ve lived outside of the UK for less than a year during the last five years, we may be able to consider your application. Dual nationals and persons born outside of the UK may be subject to additional scrutiny during the security vetting process and may not be eligible for this role. Case-by-case basis – EssentialKnowledge of simulating non-linear large deformation and plasticity problems – DesirableKnowledge of machining process simulation techniques, including numerical and analytical modelling of chip formation, prediction of residual stress and distortion, surface integrity prediction, and mechanistic modelling of cutting forces – Desirable BenefitsFlexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.Generous pension scheme.A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.A variety of staff networks for social interaction, peer support and personal development.Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.Commitment to development with access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways.Range of generous family-friendly policies and paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies.Support for those going through the menopause and paid time off for fertility treatment.More details on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits. We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process. Criminal recordPlease note there is a requirement to obtain Security Check clearance (SC) as this role is in the Defence sector. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the check when applying. More details on the checks can be found on the Government website: gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels. #J-18808-Ljbffr