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Salary range: £26,642 - £29, 659 per annum 

FTE: 1

Term: Open-ended

Closing Date: 26 January 2025 

Location: AFRC, Inchinnan

The University of Strathclyde in Glasgow possesses a large internationally rated Engineering Faculty with a proud history of successful joint ventures with industrial and enterprise partners. As part of the University’s strategic development the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) has been established at Inchinnan near Glasgow’s International Airport in partnership with multi-national companies such as Rolls-Royce and The Boeing Company. The AFRC is the embodiment of over £30 million collaborative investment by Industrial, Academic and Government partners to establish a world leading research facility for forging and forming technologies.

The AFRC are seeking to appoint a Workshop Technician to support the operation of specialised equipment within its workshops. You will be primarily responsible for the set-up, operation and maintenance of machine shop equipment used in relation to delivering industrial and academic research programmes.

To be considered for this role you will be educated to a minimum of HNC level, or equivalent; or with relevant work experience. You will have knowledge and experience in using industrial equipment, forging and forming experience would be beneficial but all training will be provided. You will have excellent troubleshooting skills, including a methodical approach to solving complex problems, with limited guidance. You will have an ability to work with minimum supervision in order to meet project deadlines and you will have the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Experience of supporting production, and research and development manufacturing requirements is highly desirable.

For informal enquiries, please contact Stephen Michie, Workshop Manager - stephen.michie@strath.ac.uk
 
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Salary range: £36,924 - £45,163 per annum 

FTE: 1 

Term: Open-ended

Closing Date: 31 January 2025

Location: NMIS, Renfrew,

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological institution and has a long history of working with industry to deliver strong business growth from access to research and innovation expertise. The latest major initiative continuing to deliver on this track record is through the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS).

As a magnet for innovation in advanced manufacturing, the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) group of specialist R&D centres, supports manufacturing, engineering and associated tech businesses of all sizes, to thrive domestically and internationally through accelerating productivity, embracing new digital technologies and achieving net-zero targets.

We turn smart ideas into reality and deliver ground-breaking research.

Coming from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, our passionate team works alongside industry, academia, and the public sector to solve problems, train the workforce of the future and generate the creative ideas that will transform manufacturing.

Ultimately, we are growing the economy, developing a vibrant and skilled talent pool and helping create prosperous, sustainable communities.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Project Manager to join our exciting and already diverse team in NMIS. The Project Manager role will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery to ensure that our advanced manufacturing projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of our customers, funders, and network partners. The Project Manager will work closely with stakeholders, funders, and partners to drive successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to organise, communicate, and lead project activities effectively, ensuring projects remain aligned with goals from start to finish.

We are seeking candidates with experience of working within one or more of the following key sectors:

• Aerospace
• Defence
• Space
• Semiconductors
• Wind

In addition, candidates with experience working in the following manufacturing environments would be desirable:

• Composites, metallics and novel materials systems and lightweighting,
• Electronics manufacture, in particular semiconductors,
• Manufacturing technologies including but not limited to forming and forging processes,
• Digital manufacturing technologies or data-driven manufacturing,
• Large scale infrastructure and capital equipment installation projects

To be considered for this role, you will be educated to degree level in a relevant subject, have demonstrable project management experience and a formal project management qualification. You should have a proven track record of supporting the successful delivery of both short- and long-term projects, effectively managing project budgets, tracking project progress, and managing change processes to keep projects on track. In addition, you will bring exceptional organisational abilities, including effective influencing skills.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening and/or Security Check (SC).

For informal enquiries, please contact Alastair Conway, Head of Operations AFRC - a.p.conway@strath.ac.uk
 
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Salary range: £36,924 - £45,163 per annum

FTE: 1 

Term: Open-ended

Closing Date: 31 January 2025

Location: Renfrew 

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological institution and has a long history of working with industry to deliver strong business growth from access to research and innovation expertise. The latest major initiative continuing to deliver on this track record is through the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS).

NMIS is driving the future of manufacturing through innovation. We’re accelerating productivity to grow our economy, develop a vibrant workforce, and create happier, healthier, greener communities. From our growing network of world-class manufacturing R&D facilities, we work with businesses of all sizes and sectors across Scotland, the UK, and beyond to find technology solutions to help them succeed.

We turn brilliant ideas into reality, and we do it at industry speed. Coming from diverse backgrounds, our passionate team works alongside industry, academia, and the public sector to solve problems, train the next generation of makers, engineers, and inventors, and generate creative ideas that will change how we make things and protect our planet.

Ultimately, we are growing the economy, developing a vibrant and skilled talent pool and helping create prosperous, sustainable communities.

We are seeking the right candidate to join our exciting and diverse commercial team in NMIS.

The position will involve:
• Developing relationships with new company contacts.
• Establishing the technical and business needs and innovation opportunities for potential partner companies.
• Matching partner needs with available solutions in the wider NMIS group, identifying opportunities for growth in NMIS.
• Developing consortia made up of companies with a shared interest in common problem areas.
• Defining project work content via detailed statements of work and/or bid submissions.
• Winning contracts and grants, either in the form of commercial work from companies, or public funds from competitive funding calls.
• Completing fast turnaround projects, customer workshops and consultancy assignments.

This role is aimed at proactive, bold, ambitious individuals, who can demonstrate an aptitude for turning technical and business issues into practical action plans which can be supported by commercial clients.

In particular, candidates are sought with experience in one or more of the following technical areas:
• Electronics manufacture, in particular semiconductors,
• Manufacturing technologies including but not limited to forming and forging processes,
• Metallurgy, an understanding of the materials characterisation and residual stress.
• Digital manufacturing technologies or data-driven manufacturing, and
• New hardware product / system development (design, product capability development and design for excellence & assurance)

To be considered for this role you will have the knowledge, skills and experience normally associated with a Degree level qualification, most likely in an engineering or physical science discipline and be expected to demonstrate an enthusiasm for innovation and an interest in the manufacturing sector and be able to convey a level of credibility in discussing these subjects. You will have the ability to plan and organise your own workload and to work as part of a team. You will also be a self-starter with excellent judgement and the ability to independently develop solutions and plans. You will have the ability to match opportunities to capability, using your skills in listening, engagement and persuasion to develop clear action plans from complex situations with customers.

Whilst not essential for the role, candidates with practical experience of specifying, planning and coordinating research and development in high value manufacturing are highly desired, as are those with direct experience of industrial supply chains. Exposure to a range of manufacturing processes, material behaviour, and problem-solving techniques, is also highly desirable.

For informal enquiries, please contact Steven Halliday, NMIS Head of Business Development & Strategy - steven.halliday@strath.ac.uk
 
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Salary range: £46,485 - £56,921 per annum 

FTE: 1 

Term: Open-ended

Closing Date: 31 January 2025

Location: NMIS, Renfrew

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological institution and has a long history of working with industry to deliver strong business growth from access to research and innovation expertise. The latest major initiative continuing to deliver on this track record is through the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS).

As a magnet for innovation in advanced manufacturing, the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) group of specialist R&D centres, supports manufacturing, engineering and associated tech businesses of all sizes, to thrive domestically and internationally through accelerating productivity, embracing new digital technologies and achieving net-zero targets.

We turn smart ideas into reality and deliver ground-breaking research.

Coming from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, our passionate team works alongside industry, academia, and the public sector to solve problems, train the workforce of the future and generate the creative ideas that will transform manufacturing.

Ultimately, we are growing the economy, developing a vibrant and skilled talent pool and helping create prosperous, sustainable communities.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our exciting and already diverse team in NMIS. The Senior Project Manager role will be responsible for a wide range of project types including large-scale, complex projects ensuring that every project phase—from scope definition and budgeting to tracking milestones and closing—meets the highest standards and delivers value. This includes managing budgets, ensuring alignment with business case outcomes, and building strong, effective communication channels with stakeholders at every level.

We are seeking candidates with experience of working within one or more of the following key sectors:

• Aerospace
• Defence
• Space
• Semiconductors
• Wind

In addition, candidates with experience working in the following manufacturing environments would be desirable:

• Composites, metallics and novel materials systems and lightweighting,
• Electronics manufacture, in particular semiconductors,
• Manufacturing technologies including but not limited to forming and forging processes,
• Digital manufacturing technologies or data-driven manufacturing,
• Large scale infrastructure and capital equipment installation projects

To be considered for this role, you will be educated to degree level in a relevant subject, have significant equivalent experience and a formal project management qualification. You will have strong leadership abilities and significant experience in leading complex, multidisciplinary projects, as well as managing project teams in a technical environment. You should have a proven track record of supporting the successful delivery of both short- and long-term project goals, ensuring alignment with wider organisational objectives and effectively managing substantial budgets. You will bring exceptional organisational abilities, including the capacity to delegate effectively, track project progress, and manage change processes.
Successful candidates may be required to undertake Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening and/or Security Check (SC).

For informal enquiries, please contact Alastair Conway, Head of Operations AFRC - a.p.conway@strath.ac.uk
 
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