PA attracts people of a high calibre because we have created an exciting and rewarding environment for talented people, particularly through our compensation and ownership philosophy. We focus on creating a motivated, passionate group of people. To achieve this we provide the opportunities, support and training for you to develop yourself to your fullest capabilities. We have a strong employee focus rewarding our consultants with competitive pay packages, performance related bonus, travel allowance, healthcare and a generous pension scheme. We recognise that diversity is strength and that the differences between people add value to our organisation. PA Consulting Group is committed to equality and diversity and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, religion or age. We are recruiting mechanical designers. The ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the design and development of innovative products and processes from concept design through to commercial realisation across a broad range of industries and market sectors. Areas of expertise might include medical devices, consumer products and packaging, telecoms, special purpose machines, defence and aerospace. This would suit seasoned CAD designers with demonstrable experience of using SolidWorks, ProEngineer or other parametric design, analysis and manufacturing systems. Specific Responsibilities will include: • Computer Aided Design – 3D parametric top down design, surfacing, mechanism design, managing large assemblies, model visualisation and analysis • Detailed design documentation (producing presentations, reports and detail drawings of the design) • Development of Products and Machines – Design test rigs and development models, procure components, build test and debug products and machines. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Qualifications and Experience: • Significant knowledge of the design methods, manufacturing processes and materials involved within the full product development lifecycle • Expertise in the development of production processes and the design of manufacturing and building machinery • Qualified to degree level in a related discipline, or by experience within a variety of CAD design positions • A strong team player with attention to detail and initiative • Previous experience within a client-facing role would be beneficial. ABOUT THE TECHNOLOGY PRACTICE PA’s Technology Practice is growing rapidly. We offer technology development and technology consulting services across a broad range of sectors. In our Technology Centre in Cambridge, we develop award-winning products, automation and manufacturing processes, and help clients understand and use technology more effectively. We have been delivering world-class innovations for our clients for over 50 years: from award-winning micrometers to the original brushless servo motor; and from 'next generation' 4G wireless test equipment to a world first in medical injectors. Please apply here: http://service.joberate.com/redirect/url/a1371db1-779a-7d12-d24e-fba707b035e3
