Overview
As a Project Engineer at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC), you will apply your skills to solve real-world manufacturing problems. You will work within the Integrated Manufacturing Group (IMG) to develop novel solutions for the high-value manufacturing sector, including automated assembly design solutions (flexible fixturing, robot end of arm tooling, robot cells, etc.) and the development/optimisation of manufacturing processes.
You will deliver tasks with support from senior colleagues, work to set timescales, operate within a diverse team, and contribute to the successful completion of projects. Your work will involve collaborating with manufacturers of varying sizes to identify and deliver projects aimed at improving efficiency, productivity, quality, and sustainability. You will continuously develop your skills and keep abreast of emerging technologies in a specific field, using these skills to help IMG deliver tangible impact to the UK high value manufacturing sector.
Main duties and responsibilities
* Delivery of project tasks related to the development of automated and robotic design solutions, improvement of manufacturing processes, and verification of design solutions through simulation.
* Conduct experimental work and synthesise outputs for use in project reporting.
* Work to deadlines and develop the ability to manage your own time and resources.
* Communicate own work to peers, both in writing and verbally.
* Participate in stakeholder engagement sessions, both industrial and academic.
* Collaborate with peers to develop solutions to complex manufacturing and other highly technical problems.
* Collaborate with colleagues from multiple teams to plan workload and resources to fit project timescales.
* Research novel technology to advance knowledge, evaluate new techniques, and solve specific manufacturing problems.
* Adhere to the AMRC\'s quality management system and health and safety system.
* Compile technical engineering reports and presentations.
* Provide assistance to peers when required.
* Attend conferences, trade shows and other events to develop own capabilities.
* Assist with project delivery outside of core area of expertise when required.
* As a member of staff, you are encouraged to make ethical decisions in your role, embedding the University sustainability strategy into working activities where possible.
* Carry out other duties commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.
Person Specification
We recognise diverse backgrounds and encourage applications even if your past experience does not match perfectly with this role\'s criteria. Please reference the application criteria in your application statement. The criteria below are essential but may be supported by relevant experience or training.
Criteria
Essential or Desirable
* Have a degree in a relevant subject or equivalent industrial experience.
* Ability to work independently under the guidance of a senior colleague and manage own time effectively.
* Ability to work within a project team.
* Ability to communicate, both written and verbally (e.g., report writing and presenting work).
* Ability to identify solutions to engineering challenges through research, as directed by senior colleagues.
* Ability to write project outputs within your technical area.
* Have experience of developing solutions to complex and technical problems relating to mechanical design and engineering.
* Experience of working to industry standards such as Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T): BS 8888.
* Experience of mechanical design for automation (Robot End Effector, Robot Cell).
* Industrial experience / placement in engineering.
Further Information
* Grade: 6
* Salary: £32,080 to £36,636 per annum
* Work arrangement: Full-time
* Duration: September 2025 to August 2027 (fixed term)
* Line manager: Senior Engineer
* Direct reports: None
Our website: amrc.co.uk
For informal enquiries about this job contact Ejae Perez, Senior Theme Lead for Automated Assembly: e.perez@sheffield.ac.uk or 0114 215 8230
Next steps in the recruitment process: It is anticipated that the selection process will take place on 29 September 2025. This will consist of an interview and presentation. We plan to inform candidates if they have progressed to the selection stage within the week following the closing date. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable participation in any element of the recruitment process, contact Ejae Perez.
Our vision and strategic plan: We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in a new window).
What we offer
* A minimum of 38 days annual leave including bank holidays and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
* Flexible 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 (e.g., Race Equality, LGBT+, Women\'s and Parent\'s networks).
* Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
* A commitment to your development with access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways.
* A range of generous family-friendly policies, including paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies, menopause support, fertility treatment support, and more.
More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).
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.
BPSS check: Please note there is a requirement for the successful applicant to undertake a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check (BPSS). Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria when applying. Details: gov.uk BPSS
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