Design / Development Technician

Job Description Design / Development Technician Wotton under Edge up to £32,000 depending on experience Renishaw is a global leader in the design and development of inspection probe technology and metrology systems. Due to organisational growth we are recruiting a Design / Development Technician to join the Encoder Products Division (EPD) at our HQ in Wotton-under-Edge. As a Design / Development Technician at Renishaw, you'll be involved in supporting our existing range of precision and miniaturised optical encoder products. Renishaw optical encoder systems are used in automated motion control systems to deliver sub-micron position measurement feedback. You'll be given the chance to use your skills and knowledge as part of a diverse team of engineers supporting and improving existing products, encouraged to interface with new product and manufacturing teams across the business. Our products and services are used in applications as diverse as the automotive and aerospace industries to military and consumer electronics. We operate in an environment that promotes autonomy and creativity with people who can deliver quality within set timelines. Responsibilities The build, test and prove out of prototypes and pre-production products Assistance in the development of these products & the processes that build them Design verification and validation testing Design and development of bespoke test equipment including electro-mechanical solutions Working as part of the design team on product development Generation of supporting documentation Key Requirements An eye for detail and motivated to achieve the highest standards Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to work with a range of technical personnel from across the company   Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical requirement briefs with the ability to draw out clarification when required A good level of English, maths and PC literacy, particularly in MS Office Valid UK driving License   Desirable requirements Knowledge of encoder products Experience of the assembly or investigation of electromechanical equipment Experience of wiring, soldering or related assembly workmanship Familiarity with wiring diagrams, assembly drawings and BOMs etc. undefinedWe are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual looking to develop a career in high-precision metrology engineering. Practical work packages will make the best use of your skills, and your personal development will be encouraged. We encourage you to apply and join our team. Benefits When you join Renishaw, we're committing to your future career. That's because we believe in developing our people's skills and promoting them internally. We also offer a benefits package that's highly desirable; including a 9% non-contributory pension, discretionary annual bonus, *subsidised onsite restaurants and *coffee shops, free parking, *car sharing scheme and *24 hour fitness centres. ( not available at all sites). We also want to promote a healthy work-life balance as much as possible, so we have introduced a hybrid working policy which allows for a combination of home and office based working depending on the nature of your role. We also offer a variable working programme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life Assurance policy of 12 times annual salary, Cycle to Work scheme, enhanced maternity pay subject to qualifying criteria, Health Cash Plan, the option to join BUPA Renishaw Health Trust and an Employee Assistance Programme for employees and family. Please click here for further information about our benefits. At Renishaw we believe that our success is powered by welcoming a workforce of diverse and talented people. Through encouraging an inclusive culture, where all our employees are free to be themselves, we can achieve our core values: Innovation, Inspiration, Integrity, and Involvement. If you are excited about the role but feel as though you don’t meet all the requirements, we would encourage you still to apply. You might just be the right person for this role or another opportunity at Renishaw. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, or require any reasonable adjustments please contact the recruitment team on 01453 490384 or recruitment@renishaw.com. Please click here for further information about diversity and inclusion at Renishaw. Employment Type: Permanent Time Type: Full time Requisition Number: R9797 Design / Development Technician (Open) Renishaw is a FTSE 250 global engineering and scientific technology company, with core skills in measurement, motion control, additive manufacturing, healthcare, spectroscopy and manufacturing. We supply products and services that push the boundaries of what is possible in applications as diverse as jet engine and wind turbine manufacture, through to dentistry and brain surgery. We are also a world leader in the field of metal additive manufacturing (also referred to as 3D printing), where we design and make industrial machines that ‘print' parts from metal powder. We currently have 77 offices in 36 countries, with around 5,200 employees worldwide. Over 3,000 people are employed within the UK where we carry out the majority of our research and development, and manufacturing. With a global presence in a broad range of sectors, we aim to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse global communities we serve. Every year we welcome a wide range of new employees, from apprentices to experienced professionals. By joining Renishaw you will be making a difference to the world in which we live, in a global company that encourages innovation and personal achievement. Our people help us to pursue this purpose so that we can continue to be a world leader in precision technology and deliver on our vision to innovate and transform capabilities in manufacturing, science and healthcare through unparalleled levels of precision, productivity and practicality.

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