Engineer in Training at Howden

What needs to be done?

• Spend time with the Engineering team to learn the basic aspects of retrofit selections and designs to be able to produce a fit-for-purpose end product per the Customer specifications.
• Work with Senior Engineer to assess the condition of existing equipment and generate repair procedures and reports to produce a fit-for-purpose reconditioned product.
• Assist in providing workable engineering solutions to problems experienced by both internal and external clients to ensure their needs are met.
• Develop external client relationships to promote the Howden product range and with the view to introducing enhancements to existing equipment.
• Be willing to develop the role of ‘vibration specialist’ as required in support of engineering tasks.
• Draw up and maintain a register of repair procedure for workshop and site.
• Assist workshop and Site staff with fault finding.
• Assist with commissioning of plant.
• Assist and draw up manufacturing process.
• Perform alternative material selection based on application.
• SOX Compliance: Adhere to Sarbanes Oxley and AX controls.

What do you need to bring? 

• BEng/ BSc/ B-Tech in Mechanical Engineering including Project and Industrial placement modules.
• Demonstrated potential (interview & engineering aptitude test).
• Computer Literacy in MS package.
• Competent in written and spoken communication.
• Working knowledge of applicable software
• Material / metallurgical knowledge
• Develop personal confidence.
• Eager to gain more experience in the application of the Howden product range.
• Valid driver's license.