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Automotive Engineer (Mechanical)
February 13, 2018 | Comments Off on Automotive Engineer (Mechanical)
Role: Automotive Engineer (Mechanical and Electrical)
Location: Various locations available throughout the UK
Salary: £50k t0 £60k & Bonus
Package: Life Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Permanent Health Insurance, 25 Holiday days Are you a degree educated Mechanical Engineer with a keen interest in failure analysis, forensic investigation and working out the root cause of technical issues? Do you have experience of working within the Automotive industry? We have a great career progression opportunity for Mechanical Engineer to be trained by Experts in Forensic Mechanical Engineering. This career opportunity is rewarding, extremely challenging and a unique proposition for those who thrive on technically focused work. You will learn from the experts within the Mechanical Engineering industry. The Company My client is very well established in providing a wide range of forensic investigation services and root cause analysis for the insurance and risk management industries as well as the legal profession. They have offices in the UK and overseas with experienced scientists and engineers undertaking investigations worldwide. The Role To investigate the causes or likely causes of Road Traffic accidents and provide prompt and accurate advice to the client to assist in determining liability. You will be required to provide a rapid response to an instruction, attending the scene within 24 hours of the event if required. A preliminary report will be required within three days setting out the most probable cause and a proposed strategy for further investigation. When needed, a full and detailed scientific investigation will then be carried out in order to formulate a clear and impartial report. Key Responsibilities of the role (including, but not limited to;)- Carry out thorough site based investigations
- Accurately gather evidence and record correctly
- Carry out and amend risk assessments as appropriate
- Communicate with clients regularly
- Conduct detailed examinations and analysis of failed equipment or components
- Analysis information from other investigations and consultants
- Devise and carry out testing of components and materials
- Review technical information
- Prepare reports for Court proceedings
- Provide Expert Witness evidence in Court
- Conduct site audits as required
- Have attained a good honours degree in an engineering or science based subject
- As a minimum, be working towards a Chartered status in a specific discipline
- A higher degree by study or research (eg MSc or PhD) is desirable
- Be able to identify/know mechanical principles
- Be able to complete a day's site work including some physical exertion
- Have the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly, both verbally and in writing, to others less informed than yourself
- Be prepared to work unpredictable hours, as and where the work demands
- Have gained several years of postgraduate experience