Mechanical Design Engineer
Glasgow: near Inchinnan, Renfrew
Due to continued expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to make a significant contribution to the growth of our award–winning, international technology manufacturing business. Working within the Design Engineering team, you will play a key role in driving the design and development of new products from conception to manufacture. Identification and evaluation of new materials, methods, suppliers and processes will be key in improving quality, functionality, performance, and reliability through innovative design.
Typical duties and responsibilities would include but are not limited to:
Designing of sheet metal and moulded plastic chassis and components
Vibration analysis of products to ensure stability in transit and operation
Use of CFD to optimise airflow through products
Hand calculations and FEA of pressure retaining parts
Revising existing products or components to improve performance/reliability
Providing solutions to technical problems derived individually or as part of a team.
Create drawing packs for production parts
Candidates will have relevant experience in a mechanical engineering or mechanical design role, ideally in the design of machined pneumatic components, sheet metal chassis, pressure vessels and injection moulded parts. Candidates should also have a degree in a relevant engineering discipline or sufficient experience.
Essential skills -
Strong understanding of the design principles of manufacturing sheet metal and injection moulded parts
Strong understanding of design for manufacture principles
Use of Solidworks for 3D modelling, CFD and FEA analysis
Experienced in prototyping and validation
Experience of pneumatic systems and components would be desirable
Highly motivated and self-starter
Our values are structured around our colleagues, our customers and our service, and while our approach and atmosphere within the business is fun, friendly and informal, our priority is always on delivering successful outcomes for our customers. At the heart of Peak is a focus on ‘doing the right thing’, it’s an informal approach but one which is well-known and understood throughout our business.
Peak Scientific was established over 20 years, is a leading innovator in the design, manufacture and support of high performance gas generators for analytical laboratories, with direct operations in every continent around the world. This success is a result of a continual focus on manufacturing cutting-edge products and in directly supporting customers across the world with industry-leading service and maintenance. With over 20 overseas offices across every continent and over 500 staff globally, Peak is one of Scotland’s manufacturing success stories of the past decade. This is a rare opportunity to be a part of that, as we move into the next phase of growth, consolidation and global expansion with plans to establish new manufacturing and distribution capacity, both in the UK and internationally.
Now is a great time to join us! This Mechanical Design Engineer role will be challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding and engaging. On offer in return is a fantastic work, life and fun balance, a great work environment, plus the chance to make a real contribution to the future growth and success of a global business. If you like the sound of our brand, culture please click APPLY!
10/09/2020
Mechanical Design Engineer
Glasgow: near Inchinnan, Renfrew
Due to continued expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to make a significant contribution to the growth of our award–winning, international technology manufacturing business. Working within the Design Engineering team, you will play a key role in driving the design and development of new products from conception to manufacture. Identification and evaluation of new materials, methods, suppliers and processes will be key in improving quality, functionality, performance, and reliability through innovative design.
Typical duties and responsibilities would include but are not limited to:
Designing of sheet metal and moulded plastic chassis and components
Vibration analysis of products to ensure stability in transit and operation
Use of CFD to optimise airflow through products
Hand calculations and FEA of pressure retaining parts
Revising existing products or components to improve performance/reliability
Providing solutions to technical problems derived individually or as part of a team.
Create drawing packs for production parts
Candidates will have relevant experience in a mechanical engineering or mechanical design role, ideally in the design of machined pneumatic components, sheet metal chassis, pressure vessels and injection moulded parts. Candidates should also have a degree in a relevant engineering discipline or sufficient experience.
Essential skills -
Strong understanding of the design principles of manufacturing sheet metal and injection moulded parts
Strong understanding of design for manufacture principles
Use of Solidworks for 3D modelling, CFD and FEA analysis
Experienced in prototyping and validation
Experience of pneumatic systems and components would be desirable
Highly motivated and self-starter
Our values are structured around our colleagues, our customers and our service, and while our approach and atmosphere within the business is fun, friendly and informal, our priority is always on delivering successful outcomes for our customers. At the heart of Peak is a focus on ‘doing the right thing’, it’s an informal approach but one which is well-known and understood throughout our business.
Peak Scientific was established over 20 years, is a leading innovator in the design, manufacture and support of high performance gas generators for analytical laboratories, with direct operations in every continent around the world. This success is a result of a continual focus on manufacturing cutting-edge products and in directly supporting customers across the world with industry-leading service and maintenance. With over 20 overseas offices across every continent and over 500 staff globally, Peak is one of Scotland’s manufacturing success stories of the past decade. This is a rare opportunity to be a part of that, as we move into the next phase of growth, consolidation and global expansion with plans to establish new manufacturing and distribution capacity, both in the UK and internationally.
Now is a great time to join us! This Mechanical Design Engineer role will be challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding and engaging. On offer in return is a fantastic work, life and fun balance, a great work environment, plus the chance to make a real contribution to the future growth and success of a global business. If you like the sound of our brand, culture please click APPLY!
Warehouse Supervisor
Temporary, 3-6 Months
Glasgow, Inchinnan, Renfrewshire
THE ROLE: Reporting to the Senior Production Manger you will be responsible for managing and developing a team of Warehouse Operators and driving improvements to our current processes.
Duties will include:
Accountability of all stock.
Guaranteeing Production is supplied with kitted parts to meet targets on a daily basis.
Managing picking, packing and shipping of spare parts within the designated time frame to meet customer demand.
Leading and managing the Warehouse team (approx. 10 Warehouse Operators) to ensure KPI’s are met.
Good housekeeping (5S) and making best use of the available space.
Maintaining all Health and Safety standards.
THE CANDIDATE: The successful candidate will have previous experience of working in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Some knowledge of manufacturing processes would also be advantageous but not a requirement for the role. You will be a positive self-starter, who is comfortable working to targets and leading a team.
You will also possess:
Familiarity with all aspects of warehousing and job functions (goods in, stow, stock control, pick, pack and shipping)
Capability of operating an integrated computer system - knowledge of SAP ERP system would be advantageous
Experience in Warehouse supervision and staff development
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
ABOUT PEAK: Peak Scientific is a global leader in developing innovative gas generation solutions for analytical laboratories in a wide variety of industries including life sciences, biomedical, pharma, petrochemical and environmental. After over 20 years of sustained growth, Peak is well established as a dominant player in laboratory gas generation - a market which is estimated to be worth over £250m globally, and still growing. With over 20 overseas offices across every continent and over 500 staff globally, Peak is one of Scotland’s manufacturing success stories of the past decade.
Our values are structured around our colleagues, our customers and our service, and while our approach and atmosphere within the business is fun, friendly and informal, our priority is always on delivering successful outcomes for our customers. At the heart of Peak is a focus on ‘doing the right thing’, it’s an informal approach but one which is well-known and understood throughout our business.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
31 days annual leave (27 days annual leave + 4 fixed public holidays)
Holiday purchase scheme (up to an additional 5 days per annum)
Life assurance
Cycle to work scheme
Flexible start times
Now is a great time to join us! This Warehouse Supervisor will be challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding and engaging. On offer in return is a fantastic work, life and fun balance, a great work environment, plus the chance to make a real contribution to the future growth and success of a global business. If you like the sound of our brand, culture please click APPLY!
10/09/2020
Warehouse Supervisor
Temporary, 3-6 Months
Glasgow, Inchinnan, Renfrewshire
THE ROLE: Reporting to the Senior Production Manger you will be responsible for managing and developing a team of Warehouse Operators and driving improvements to our current processes.
Duties will include:
Accountability of all stock.
Guaranteeing Production is supplied with kitted parts to meet targets on a daily basis.
Managing picking, packing and shipping of spare parts within the designated time frame to meet customer demand.
Leading and managing the Warehouse team (approx. 10 Warehouse Operators) to ensure KPI’s are met.
Good housekeeping (5S) and making best use of the available space.
Maintaining all Health and Safety standards.
THE CANDIDATE: The successful candidate will have previous experience of working in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Some knowledge of manufacturing processes would also be advantageous but not a requirement for the role. You will be a positive self-starter, who is comfortable working to targets and leading a team.
You will also possess:
Familiarity with all aspects of warehousing and job functions (goods in, stow, stock control, pick, pack and shipping)
Capability of operating an integrated computer system - knowledge of SAP ERP system would be advantageous
Experience in Warehouse supervision and staff development
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
ABOUT PEAK: Peak Scientific is a global leader in developing innovative gas generation solutions for analytical laboratories in a wide variety of industries including life sciences, biomedical, pharma, petrochemical and environmental. After over 20 years of sustained growth, Peak is well established as a dominant player in laboratory gas generation - a market which is estimated to be worth over £250m globally, and still growing. With over 20 overseas offices across every continent and over 500 staff globally, Peak is one of Scotland’s manufacturing success stories of the past decade.
Our values are structured around our colleagues, our customers and our service, and while our approach and atmosphere within the business is fun, friendly and informal, our priority is always on delivering successful outcomes for our customers. At the heart of Peak is a focus on ‘doing the right thing’, it’s an informal approach but one which is well-known and understood throughout our business.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
31 days annual leave (27 days annual leave + 4 fixed public holidays)
Holiday purchase scheme (up to an additional 5 days per annum)
Life assurance
Cycle to work scheme
Flexible start times
Now is a great time to join us! This Warehouse Supervisor will be challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding and engaging. On offer in return is a fantastic work, life and fun balance, a great work environment, plus the chance to make a real contribution to the future growth and success of a global business. If you like the sound of our brand, culture please click APPLY!
Engineering Project Planner
Glasgow: near Inchinnan, Renfrew
We have an exciting new opportunity for an Engineering Project Planner who will be responsible for scheduling Design Engineering projects. This includes scoping, planning and ensuring projects are run to set timescales and pre-arranged budgets, with the relevant risks identified and managed throughout.
THE ROLE: Reporting to the Design Team Lead, the Engineering Project Planner responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Planning of projects from concept to product launch.
Ensuring projects run to agreed timescale and budget.
Collaborating across functions to ensure robust communication throughout the project.
Producing regular project status reports.
Controlling risk and issues logs.
Ensuring quality and consistency of project documentation in line with ISO9001.
Creating bill of materials.
Assisting with design work when required.
THE CANDIDATE: Ideally with a degree from Product Design/Development, Mechanical Engineering or a Manufacturing discipline, or with sufficient relevant experience to a similar level and a proven track record in project planning in a fast paced, dynamic and diverse organisation. With strong communication skills, you will have the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner. You will also be a self-starter and have the personal drive to deliver projects on time. Experience of the following would be desirable – project management software, Solidworks/ Inventor/ AutoCAD, CE/ CSA approvals, ERP systems and ISO90001 quality management system.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
31 days annual leave (27 days annual leave + 4 fixed public holidays)
Holiday purchase scheme (up to an additional 5 days per annum)
Life assurance
Flexible start times
Cycle to work scheme
ABOUT PEAK: Peak Scientific is a global leader in developing innovative gas generation solutions for analytical laboratories in a wide variety of industries including life sciences, biomedical, pharma, petrochemical and environmental. After over 20 years of sustained growth, Peak is well established as a dominant player in laboratory gas generation - a market which is estimated to be worth over £250m globally, and still growing. With over 20 overseas offices across every continent and over 500 staff globally, Peak is one of Scotland’s manufacturing success stories of the past decade.
Our values are structured around our colleagues, our customers and our service, and while our approach and atmosphere within the business is fun, friendly and informal, our priority is always on delivering successful outcomes for our customers. At the heart of Peak is a focus on ‘doing the right thing’, it’s an informal approach but one which is well-known and understood throughout our business.
There is a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to develop within a rapidly expanding technology manufacturing business, in a very energised and challenging environment. If you can see yourself in our global business, please click the Apply button.
01/09/2020
Engineering Project Planner
Glasgow: near Inchinnan, Renfrew
We have an exciting new opportunity for an Engineering Project Planner who will be responsible for scheduling Design Engineering projects. This includes scoping, planning and ensuring projects are run to set timescales and pre-arranged budgets, with the relevant risks identified and managed throughout.
THE ROLE: Reporting to the Design Team Lead, the Engineering Project Planner responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Planning of projects from concept to product launch.
Ensuring projects run to agreed timescale and budget.
Collaborating across functions to ensure robust communication throughout the project.
Producing regular project status reports.
Controlling risk and issues logs.
Ensuring quality and consistency of project documentation in line with ISO9001.
Creating bill of materials.
Assisting with design work when required.
THE CANDIDATE: Ideally with a degree from Product Design/Development, Mechanical Engineering or a Manufacturing discipline, or with sufficient relevant experience to a similar level and a proven track record in project planning in a fast paced, dynamic and diverse organisation. With strong communication skills, you will have the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner. You will also be a self-starter and have the personal drive to deliver projects on time. Experience of the following would be desirable – project management software, Solidworks/ Inventor/ AutoCAD, CE/ CSA approvals, ERP systems and ISO90001 quality management system.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
31 days annual leave (27 days annual leave + 4 fixed public holidays)
Holiday purchase scheme (up to an additional 5 days per annum)
Life assurance
Flexible start times
Cycle to work scheme
ABOUT PEAK: Peak Scientific is a global leader in developing innovative gas generation solutions for analytical laboratories in a wide variety of industries including life sciences, biomedical, pharma, petrochemical and environmental. After over 20 years of sustained growth, Peak is well established as a dominant player in laboratory gas generation - a market which is estimated to be worth over £250m globally, and still growing. With over 20 overseas offices across every continent and over 500 staff globally, Peak is one of Scotland’s manufacturing success stories of the past decade.
Our values are structured around our colleagues, our customers and our service, and while our approach and atmosphere within the business is fun, friendly and informal, our priority is always on delivering successful outcomes for our customers. At the heart of Peak is a focus on ‘doing the right thing’, it’s an informal approach but one which is well-known and understood throughout our business.
There is a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to develop within a rapidly expanding technology manufacturing business, in a very energised and challenging environment. If you can see yourself in our global business, please click the Apply button.
