ROLE:
Reporting to a Senior or Principal Engineer, Mechanical Engineers help the Engineering Team in the development of the bottle-making process and machines. They are expected to have in-depth technical knowledge to support their role and the ability to learn and apply new skills quickly. The team supports all aspects of the process to varying degrees, from pulp preparation all the way through to fitment attachment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Lead development projects
* Present directly to the Head of Engineering, CTO and other Senior Leadership Team members
* Liaise with clients on a technical level
* Look externally to identify new developments, innovations, and insights that could benefit the business
* Recommend, develop, and implement new technical solutions for application to our technology
* Lead scale up from idea conception to R&D prototype manufacture to industrialisation
* Manage the implementation of risk assessments for new processes and equipment
* Lead R&D team ideation and problem-solving sessions, giving technical input when required
* Develop expert knowledge of the bottle manufacturing processes and plant technology so as to be able to give technical direction
* In-depth collaboration with and knowledge of other R&D activities so as to provide assistance and guidance where required
* Plan, conduct, and document experiments in R&D or in Production required for process and machine development
* Work in-line with workshop / company procedures and maintain a clean and safe working environment
* Identify and undertake necessary training to be able to carry out role effectively
CORE COMPETENCIES:
* 2+ years’ experience
* Positive, proactive, collaborative, approachable, and compassionate attitude
* Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
* Experience with manufacture of machinery
* Experience with robotics a bonus
* Proficiency with hand tools and standard workshop equipment
* Ability to manage and delegate workload while in busier periods
* A keen eye for detail and a problem-solving mindset
* Can analyse complex data to assess different technical solutions
* Comfortable with MS Office suite of programs
* Ability to document and present results succinctly and timeously both internally and externally
* CAD (SolidWorks), mechanical design, and 3D printing proficiency to support project responsibilities
* Project management skills that are focussed on identifying and delivering the company’s goals
PULPEX’S TEAM VALUES:
* Embraces Change - We challenge the status quo. At Pulpex we embrace change with open arms and help others to embrace it too.
* Proud Of Our Efforts - We’re determined to make a difference. At Pulpex our work is not easy. But we love what we do and enjoy ourselves doing it.
* People First - We're a team. At Pulpex we support and keep each other safe and whole. Always.
* Networked To Succeed - We’re connected. At Pulpex we all know someone who knows someone that can help solve a challenge fast.
* Learning Daily - We’re doing something new. At Pulpex we never fail; we’re learning every day. Again and again and again.
* Focused On The Goal - We’re in it for the future. At Pulpex we use science to leave the world in a better state than we inherited it.