Place of Work/Group Company: Riventa, part of Nijhuis Saur Industries UK and Ireland, Stoke
Summary:
We have a unique opportunity to join a talented multi-disciplined team. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who has a passion for engineering and technology. You should have mechanical/hydraulic/electrical (preferred) experience along with onsite industry exposure. Experience with pumps and understand the fundamentals of pumping. You will be competent with the use of IT due to collating data which will be shared with the wider team.
The role will require frequent travel on a weekly basis throughout the UK. As you progress through the training there will be a requirement for international travel working on specialist projects all over the world.
This role would suit someone that currently works in the water/industrial industry and knows the basics of pumping systems, they should have a level 3 qualification or apprenticeship in either mechanical or electrical engineering and have the aptitude to learn and develop in a fast paced, ‘hands on’ environment. Therefore, being able to be flexible, and adaptable to the business needs will be important in an ever-changing technical environment. A knowledge of Edge devices/communication devices would be advantageous.
The role has many elements, but the key focus will be installing our own specialist monitoring and testing equipment for various hydraulic systems including pump, fans, hydraulic networks and aeration networks. Whilst onsite, you will also be undertaking specialist measurement campaigns, deploying our cutting-edge hardware and software technology into the water industry, as well as offering full application support as and when required to our partners and growing customer base.
Our core technology employs precision temperature, pressure and power measurement to determine the hydraulic performance of turbo-machines. Real-time data from each asset is used to inform the client about asset efficiency and recommend operational changes in order to achieve maximum process efficiency.
We develop electronic hardware including precision sensor technology as well as a range of software platforms. Our software tools are deployed on both Cloud or on-premise platforms. Integration with SCADA or other intelligent systems is also a key feature of our solutions – along with remote technical support.
We utilise cutting-edge wireless communication technology and battery powered IIoT solutions. We integrate with a cloud platform using 4G data services and also integrate with client industrial SCADA systems - in partnership with system integrators.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Flexibility with working away from home due to undertaking site work in the UK and overseas
Installing specialist equipment on-site, when not on site maintenance and repair work carried out at our Stoke facility
Be self-motivated to work from home when not working on site
Dependent on weekly workload flexibility around working hours is a must
Network with the wider technical teams to satisfy cross disciplinary projects
Be respectful, polite, and professional with customers, colleagues, and the community
Ability to work autonomously, and at times work unsupervised whilst always following all health and safety protocols set by both Riventa and our clients
Customer interfacing
Health and safety duties (RAMS etc)
carry out site surveys to scope new work and help with planning/RAMS/authorisation
Focusing on achieving high standards of work across multiple bespoke projects, in a dynamic, energised, and professional environment
Required Skills/Qualifications:
At least 3 years’ experience of hydraulic, mechanical, process or similar engineering discipline preferably in a similar work environment (Or equivalent learning experience)
Time-served apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering (or equivalent)
Level 3 BTEC in electrical or mechanical engineering (or equivalent)
Understanding Engineering disciplines and technologies relating to the Water / Pumping Industry.
Proven experience in a role in which you contributed to the overall success with tangible output demonstrable
IT skills in MS365, particularly Excel are preferred, but not essential as full training will be provided
Hydraulic, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation experience would be ideal but not essential as full training will be given
Ability to learn new products and disciplines
Driving Licence (Essential)
Working for us means:
Probationary Period – 6 months.
Pension – Can join immediately or auto enrolled after 3 months - Employee 5% and Employer 5% via salary sacrifice.
Eligible to join Private Healthcare after successfully completing probation.
Enrolled in Group Income Protection and Death in Service (4 x basic salary) upon commencement of employment.
Notice – 1 week during probation, increasing to 1 month thereafter.
Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are committed to maintaining Environmental & Social Impact goals:
To reach Net Zero emissions across our value chain by 2040.
To continuously meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, accountability, maintaining B-Corp Certification.
To be a socially responsible company creating a positive impact to all stakeholders including workers, communities, customers, and our planet.
Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to providing equal opportunities in all aspects of employment in line with the Equality Act 2010.
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