Mechanical Design Engineer

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer, DePuy Synthes (2 year fixed term contract)
Beeston, Leeds, United Kingdom

DePuy Synthes, a member of Johnson & Johnson's Family of Companies, is investing in Research and Development to build our long-term pipeline and maximise the value from our current portfolio of products. We aim to develop and make available innovative disease and care pathways on behalf of the customers and patients we serve.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Commercialised Product Development team at our Leeds Research and Development facility. You will be working alongside other Engineers responsible for delivering a series of Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP's) in support of the WW Global Supply Chain organisation focused on continuous improvement and maximising the value from our existing portfolio of products.

This role would suit an individual looking to further their career as a Mechanical Design Engineer within the Medical Devices sector. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of products in a dynamic, fast paced environment not normally associated with medical device product development, in a role that has a direct impact on the customers and patients that use our products.

Although initially this is a 2 year fixed term contract, it will come with all the great benefits of working for Johnson & Johnson together with a competitive remuneration package.

What you're great at:

As a Mechanical Design Engineer you will have the ability to think creatively, driving forward the next generation of our products. With a strong engineering focus you will develop solutions that result in safe and effective products that meet both the customer and the business needs. You will have a strong sense of personal responsibility and be able to work both as an individual leader and be a strong team player. You will welcome and even seek out challenging situations as an opportunity to grow, something that will be recognized by the appreciative and rewarding working environment that is DePuy Synthes.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, your typical day may include:
·  Participating in the systematic review of function and value analysis
·  Transposing own knowledge of manufacturing methods and limitations into cost effective design solutions
·  3D-CAD modelling and draughting in accordance with ISO/ASME standards including the use and understanding of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing & weld specifications.
·  Leading discussions relating to design topics and presenting proposed solutions
·  Orchestrating and participating in Design FMEA's
·  Performing the necessary engineering calculations or simulations that verify detail design and minimise physical testing

What you'll own and how you'll grow:
·  You may have responsibility on several projects run concurrently
·  You will be responsible for delivering design commitments to agreed timescales in line with project plans
·  As you progress in your career there will be opportunities for an increasing level of responsibility and technical leadership
Mark who recently joined the team said “ I was excited to join the company which innovates and cares for patients who need an engineering solution for a biological problem. Specifically the CPD team, as the care doesn't stop with the sale of a product, it continues throughout the lifecycle and continues to develop the best product or device for the task.
What I can say is you will not get bored. There are new tasks every day to challenge you, in a good way! At times I feel like a detective tracing through documents finding the answer, then I'm reviewing the design of a component. It's a very exciting place to work.”

Desired profile

BE VITAL:

Possess a technically relevant minimum BEng or BSc Degree (MEng preferred), plus 2 years of appropriate mechanical design/engineering experience. Design experience from within the medical device field, is not a pre-requisite all product design experience is valued.

What we're about:

We are passionate about our work, and play vital roles across a range of professional disciplines caring deeply about our customers and communities. At Johnson & Johnson our culture enables dynamic and influential careers. We are

·  Committed to caring
·  Responsible to our communities
·  Ready to apply our knowledge and know-how
·  Unique in our background and experiences
·  The drivers of our own success
·  Passionate about doing what's right

Make a unique mark in your career:

The role will be both challenging and rewarding, encouraging the successful applicant to innovate and seek opportunities to make a difference to their specialist area. At DePuy Synthes we pride ourselves on embracing new recruits and welcome those with the aspiration and drive to achieve their own potential. The collaborative environment we have developed here at DePuy Synthes, promotes individuals to innovate, influence and lead. By joining DePuy Synthes you will join an elite team of cutting-edge engineers and designers, driven by the opportunities that being a part of the world's largest orthopaedic manufacturer gives them, to make a difference to the lives of many.

CLOSING DATE: 12th JUNE 2016

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