This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills in to a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.

The roles in this programme tend to run on a 12 week placement with a view to securing a permanent role at the end of that period. Although it’s not guaranteed, 96% of our candidates who join the programme go on to secure permanent roles with their host organisation.

As a candidate working with STEM Returners you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching and if you are successful in securing the role you’ll get access to coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role.

If you meet the criteria for this role but are unsure if you are eligible for the programme, we encourage you to make an application.

Personal qualities

In this role it is essential that you are:
• Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks, being capable of working on large projects and small tasks in parallel.
• Working effectively/efficiently in a team as well as individually.
• The ability to adapt effectively to changing targets and objectives and ensure tight deadlines are achieved.
• Ability to communicate clearly and in a professional manner with colleagues, team members, other departments, managers & outside organisations.
• The ability to work with the minimal of supervision.

Experience

Prior to the role it would be essential that you:
• Experience in designing with PTC Creo 2.0 or above.
• Experience of using AutoCAD 2015 or above.
• Experience in administering and releasing using Windchill PDMLink 10.1.
• Experience in mathematical analysis for complex designs.
• Experience and in-depth knowledge of drawing standards specifically technical product specification BS8888

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Design or related Engineering discipline.

You will need to have current UK driving license in this role.

Knowledge & skills

Prior to the role it is essential that you demonstrate:
• Proven hands-on practical skills and good understanding/sense of aesthetics, ergonomics, shock and vibration effects
• Familiar with a comprehensive range of materials and manufacturing systems.
• Competent in writing technical reports, specifications and user documentation.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate reports.
• Good computer literacy.