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Mechanical Engineer for Stress Rig Industrial Placement

2 months ago


North Burnett Regional, Australia Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team for an industrial placement in stress rig development. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for assessing the current status of our deformation rigs, identifying capability gaps, and developing a conceptual design for an innovative deformation rig that can be easily transported and mounted interchangeably at our ENGIN-X and IMAT instruments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Become familiar with the experimental setups and requirements of typical imaging and diffraction experiments
  • Assess the status of the current portfolio of deformation rigs available at ENGIN-X, with specific respect to the fulfilment of the above-mentioned requirements and identifying capability gaps
  • Perform a market survey of what is available on the market
  • Produce a list of specs and requirements, taking into account the upgradability of the system with ancillary characterization techniques (DIC, acoustic emission etc.)
  • Together with relevant stakeholders, make a reasonably achievable plan of targeted hardware acquisitions to maximise scientific output
  • Perform a conceptual design of the identified solution(s) in an iterative way together with the relevant stakeholders
Requirements
  • Currently enrolled on an undergraduate degree course and returning to university/studies to complete your undergraduate degree following the placement
  • Are required or have requested to take an industrial placement year
  • Have the right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the placement
  • Able to commence employment in summer 2025
  • Good understanding of properties of metals and of mechanical engineering
  • Familiarity with mechanical loading tests of materials
  • Interest in (non-destructive) testing methods
  • Good communication skills for working together with numerous stakeholders
About Us

We are the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), a world-leading research organisation that seeks to understand the universe and its mysteries. We are committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy and are proud of the impact we make. Our team is diverse and collaborative, and we offer a range of personal development opportunities to support your career growth.

We offer a benefits package that includes 30 days' annual leave, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas closure, and flexible working hours. If you are a motivated and skilled individual who is passionate about mechanical engineering and stress rig development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.