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The Fraunhofer Project Centre (FPC) at Western University is a joint venture between Western University and the Fraunhofer Institute for Chemical Technology, Pfinztal, Germany. The FPC facility is located in London, Ontario. FPC is a not-for-profit research institute that focuses on applied research in full industrial scale in the field of fiber reinforced composites.

The mission of the FPC is to provide applied research service for private sector partners which bridges the gap between fundamental research on campus and industrial research and development needs. The focus of FPC's activities is on development of material formulations and processing technology of fiber reinforced composites in high medium to high volumes.

The Research Engineer will be responsible for planning, executing and evaluating manufacturing trials in the field of compression moulded fibre reinforced thermosets, as well as carrying out projects. The incumbent will apply their expertise and knowledge to the design, development, modification and manufacturing of equipment, tools or other parts as required to support projects. The Research Engineer will be responsible for leading projects, ensuring projects remain within their budget, and for communicating with industrial clients and scientific institutes regarding budgets. The incumbent will provide supervision, support and guidance to staff and students regarding project design, as well as approaches to utilizing required equipment and tools to ensure timely, innovative project outcomes are achieved

Qualifications

Education:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or Related Program

- Masters degree is preferred

- Interest in pursuing a PhD is preferred

- Professional Engineer (PEng) preferred

- Project Management Professional certification preferred

Experience:

- 2 years' experience in a research environment planning, preparing and executing manufacturing trials and managing projects

- Experience with fiber reinforced plastic composite materials

- Experience in manufacturing of fiber reinforced plastics composites, compression moulding of long fiber reinforced thermoplastic, sheet moulding compound, and resin transfer moulding is preferred

- Interest in automotive applications as well as the transportation sector is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- In-depth knowledge of techniques for planning, managing and coordinating multiple projects, with competing priorities that involve a variety of stakeholders

- Familiarity with best practices for reviewing and writing grant proposals

- Knowledge of manufacturing technology, blueprints and technical drawings

- Familiarity with University research policies and practices

- Project management skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously from conception to completion within tightly prescribed timelines

- Ability to collaborate across internal and external boundaries to meet common objectives, improve outcomes and support work beyond one's own unit

- Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and resolve problems

- Communication skills to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users

- Ability to write clear, concise and accurate procedural documentation

- Ability to work in a manner that models best practices in confidentiality standards

- Ability to provide solutions and ideas for improvement by using imaginative approaches where constructive thinking and innovation are required

- Ability to understand customer needs and expectations and provide excellent customer service to directly and indirectly satisfy expectations

- Ability to handle details with a high degree of accuracy and to organize and prioritize a high volume of work to meet deadlines

- Ability and willingness to stay abreast of technological developments with a commitment to ongoing professional development and with a desire to take on new challenges

- Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate FPC’s events and activities

- Excellent troubleshooting ability along with hands-on expertise in technical support

- Ability to search within and outside the formal boundaries of the organization for innovative ways to improve work

- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and other applications or equipment used to support the facility or projects

- Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner

- Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals

- Must have own transportation with ability to travel between Western Engineering and FPC facility; Valid Class G driver’s license required

- Willingness and ability to travel (Germany, USA); must have a valid passport in respect of all visa requirements

- Ability to speak German is beneficial but not required
 

Interested applicants are asked to visit: www.workingatwestern.uwo.ca to apply online to job reference 10074, by midnight on May 31^st, 2017.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.