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Engineer

• Location: Gracefield
• Type: Permanent
• Post Date: Tue Mar 12 23:12:50 2024
• Ref: 1105

• Are you looking for a permanent role within an academic R&D environment?
• Can you solve integration of systems and sensing instruments into commercial applications?
• Have you got experience in Industry and/or research environments with a relevant qualification?

Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart. This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our tūrangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand's globally ranked capital city university.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting an Engineer on a permanent, full-time contract. We are seeking a qualified and highly motivated Engineer with ambition to develop their research career within an academic R&D environment and the ability to conceptualise and originate new ideas that are outside industry norms. Unlike many traditional academic roles Paihau – Robinson Research Institute work closely with commercial partners and carry out mission-oriented R&D and you should have the desire to see your work implemented with partners.

This role requires the design, and construction, of fixtures, and experimental assemblies within extreme cryogenic environments and integration of sensing and control systems. It is expected that you will solve integration of systems and sensing instruments into commercial applications and engage with external partners with interests in commercialising technology arising from Paihau - Robinson. The work on the development of prototype superconducting machines and manufacturing systems is aimed at sustainable lower carbon futures that include clean fusion energy, electrification of aviation and clean electric propulsion for space.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

Preferred candidate will have:

• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field.
• Excellent technical skills including experience in:
  • Mechanical design using solid works (or similar CAD package).
  • Mechanical and electrical prototyping, instrumentation, or manufacturing process design.
• 5+ years’ experience in Industry or research environments.
• Engineering for cryogenic environments.
• Scientific programming and control using Matlab.
• Excellent oral written communication skills.
• Practical implementation skills.
• Strong team player able to work closely with collaborators from multiple partner organisations.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment alongside other high-performing researchers.

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team

Paihau - Robinson Research Institute are international leaders in the application of superconducting engineering, materials physics and manufacturing engineering into commercial practice. We offer a unique opportunity for a high-achieving engineer to work alongside some of NZ’s top research scientists and engineers and contribute to a range of cutting-edge research projects that involve the development of new concepts in materials and manufacturing - from discovery science through to commercial implementation. The opportunity to develop multi-disciplinary skills whilst growing into an entrepreneurial activity is unrivalled.

Role Description

Close Date for Vacancy: 7 April 2024 - We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.

Contact Details for Vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Lynn Barlow (04 8865664, [email protected] ). But applicants should follow all steps listed below.

Important - Application Steps and information

Download and complete the University Application Form , please include the position title and reference number (Engineer, 1105). Then, please combine your cover letter, CV and the University Application Form into a single file (preferably in pdf format). Click Apply and follow the process to enter your contact details and attach your combined file (CV, cover letter and the University application form) using the “CV/Resume” button.

If you are unable to combine your documents or have further supporting documents, please email these to [email protected] stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.

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