Papworth, Cambridge (Ideally office based with some hybrid working)
Join one of the UK’s most exciting and rapidly growing solar energy businesses.
At Viridian Solar, we are shaping the future of solar technology within the construction sector. Part of Marshalls PLC, we combine the agility of a fast-growing innovative business with the stability and support of a leading UK PLC.
As we enter a new phase of expansion, we are looking for someone to join the R&D team, contributing to new product development and product improvement in a dynamic, high-growth environment, working from our modern, open-plan offices in Papworth with the option of hybrid working once established in the role.
Key Responsibilities
- New product development from conceptual to production design.
- Supporting existing products through problem solving and continual product improvement, by incorporating feedback from either internally or externally.
- Creating and maintaining technical design files, e.g. drawings, specifications and Bills Of Materials.
- Participating in testing and certifications for new products or markets.
Tasks
Product Development
- Understanding design requirements and establishing product specifications.
- Designing mechanical parts in 3D CAD models.
- Building and testing prototypes.
- Obtaining type approval for domestic and international markets.
- Coordinating product launch internally and externally.
- Supporting early installations of new products.
Product Improvement
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving for existing products.
- Customising existing products for new markets.
- Updating drawings, specifications and BOMs.
- Revising certification requirements.
- Collaboration with overseas manufacturing partners.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in mechanical engineering design (1 to 2 years).
- Bachelor or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or related subject.
- Good understanding of product development process, with a minimum of 1 year design experience.
- Demonstrable industry experience in CAD modelling, preferably ProE/Creo and Windchill database management.
- Experience in building and roofing construction design will be desirable.
- Great attention to details.
- Time conscious and deadline oriented.
- Organised, accurate .
- Self-starting, showing initiative.
- Independent when necessary, but a good team player .
- Approachable, sociable .
- Mandarin speaker is a plus (or Bilingual (English/Mandarin) candidates are encouraged to apply).
What We Offer
- 26 days paid leave, rising to 28 days after two years’ service, plus public holidays
- Generous company pension scheme, 3% employee; 6% employer
- Private Medical Insurance through Vitality Health
- Share ownership programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Annual bonus
- Regular company events
- Employee Assistance Programme with Health Assured
What’s next?
This is a great opportunity to take the next step in progressing your career and joining our thriving, industry-leading company! If you want to make a difference in the renewable energy industry and join a company with rapid year on year growth then apply to start the application process.
Please send your CV and covering letter to:
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