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 programme is 12 month FTC with a view to it becoming permanent. 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:

• Able to multitask and prioritise tasks, being capable of working on large projects and small tasks in parallel.
• Work effectively/efficiently in a team as well as individually.
• Able to adapt effectively to changing targets and objectives and ensure tight deadlines are achieved.
• Able to communicate clearly and in a professional manner with colleagues, team members, other departments, managers & outside organisations.
• Able to work with the minimal of supervision.

Experience

Prior to the role it would be essential that you have experience in:

• Designing with PTC Creo 2.0 or above
• Using AutoCAD 2015 or above
• Administering and releasing using Windchill PDMLink 10.1
• Mathematical analysis for complex designs
• Drawing standards specifically technical product specification BS8888
• Experience in designing a products from concept within a highly regulated sector.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Design or related Engineering discipline

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