Implementation Engineer

A fast-growing software company with headquarters in Boston, is hiring an Implementation Engineer to support the business' mission to be at the forefront of innovation. 
Ideas are actively encouraged, and the company are searching for someone with curiosity and an entrepreneurial spirit. 
A key focus for this role is developing the standard tools and processes to support customer deployments. The Deployment team, that you'll be working within, is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining tools and processes that enable the company's customers to deploy technology efficiently, and achieve value quickly. 
This position allows for the unique opportunity to work closely with the customers as well as company stakeholders within deployment, product management, and sales.

Responsibilities include:

• Handles the technical execution of implementation projects, including data gathering, solution design, configuration, documentation, and training.
• Configures solutions to provide Design for Cost and Manufacturability feedback within the company platform which requires programming in Cost Scripting Language.
• Understand complex design and manufacturing requirements and translates them into software configurations that help customers solve their business and engineering challenges. 
• Builds and demonstrates knowledge of common challenges and solutions from the field team which includes sales, deployment, expert/applied services, and partner engagements.
• Builds and demonstrates expertise within the platform, Manufacturing Cost Models, and Solutions Configurations. 
• Supports stakeholder meetings to provide status on active deployment kit process and gather requirements and priority for future deployment kits
• Supports training of the stakeholder teams as new deployment kits are released on the technical setup, user workflows, applicable use cases, and general capabilities and limitations.
• Provides support to Sales, AEs and Deployment teams during the pre-sales process to fit the right Deployment Kit to the prospect and provide any technical/manufacturing support required
• Supports the Deployment services team with customer project delivery in times of high demand.
• Able and willing to travel up to 25% (majority Monday – Friday)

Education and Skill Requirements:

• BS in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Software Engineering.
• 1-3 years experience in an engineering discipline (either full time or combined with internship)
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills. Must be comfortable presenting to clients in-person and by phone.
• Strong organization skills and the ability to balance multiple activities with limited supervision.
• Project management skills, including project planning, risk management, status updates.
• Understanding of design and manufacturing challenges when developing a product.
• Proven critical thinker and team player who is results-driven and has a positive attitude
• Experience with a basic scripting language and CAD a plus

QA Automation Engineer

A fast-growing software company with headquarters in Boston, is hiring a QA Automation Engineer to support the business' mission to be at the forefront of innovation. 

Ideas are actively encouraged, and the company are searching for someone with curiosity and an entrepreneurial spirit. 

Responsibilities include:

• Design and develop test automation, and execute against multiple application platforms, such as Desktop, Cloud, and Web.
• Development and maintenance of test frameworks and methodologies where applicable
• Identify, analyze, and report application defects (e.g. detail steps to reproduce expected and actual results, and assist with resolution (JIRA, Bugzilla, etc.)
• Collaborate with team members from back-end & front-end engineering, product managers, and UX to distill requirements into technical solutions
• Write and execute SQL queries to assist in testing (Postgres, MySQL, etc.)
• Interact with developers to define scope for automated testing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related tech field
• 1-3 years of experience in Software QA or technical field
• Experience in object-oriented programming language like Java/C#/Python
• Experience developing and executing automated tests
• Experience testing in an Agile SCRUM environment
• Experience with QA tools and techniques, bug tracking systems, test design and execution
• Knowledge of SDLC and QA methods: unit, integration, functional, regression and system testing
• Knowledge of testing in various browsers is a must
• The ability to work on multiple high priority projects simultaneously
• Highly driven, positive attitude, team player, self-motivated and very flexible
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and excellent problem solving/troubleshooting skills
• Experience in Test Automation is a must (Selenium WebDriver preferred)
• Experience in testing Rest APIs is a plus
• Experience writing SQL to verify data is a plus
• Experience with Virtualization Tools (Windows, Linux, Docker, etc.) is a plus
• Experience with CI tools like Jenkins is a plus
• Performance testing experience is a plus

What's in it for you?

• Great mentors that can help you navigate and feel confident with the product
• Opportunity to help and contribute to technical challenges that comes with distributed systems, not just within QA but also in the product
• This position can be fully remote

Vice President of Operations

• Bringing systematic processes that enable product launch and growth.
• Building out an operations team to drive the company’s success.
• Rapid growth of responsibilities and leadership as the company scales.
• Partnering with a talented team with diverse engineering backgrounds to drive priorities.
• Working with the company’s board of directors and investors

Requirements 

• An expert in hands-on operations management, motivated by executing repeated processes on time, on budget, and at quality in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
• An experienced business leader, able to leverage a deep understanding of the P&L and budgetary processes.
• Ability to thrive within an agile, fast-paced, and sometimes ambiguous environment
• Demonstrated skills in collaborating with evolving sales and marketing functions.
• Six Sigma and Lean certifications

Responsibilities 

• Lead the development, improvement and execution of a repeatable operation strategy. Provide continuous improvement feedback
• Ensure manufacturing departmental decisions & project plans are in alignment with sales, product development, supply chain, safety, and other functional organizations.
• Drive continuous improvements in the areas of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory management.
• Utilize regular metrics-driven cadence and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive improved performance, product safety, and excellent working condition.

Head of Hardware Engineering

A metal 3D printing startup is actively looking for a Head of Hardware Engineering. 

Job Summary:

For this role you will offer technical support and leadership to the mechanical engineering team, aiming to continually improve the R&D process and drive the pace of development. You will be the primary technical lead for the mechanical elements in the system, leading the design and analysis, and simulation efforts.

As well as the above, you will get involved with testing and troubleshooting, and you'll coordinate all activities related to the fabrication of hardware, system operations, assembly and testing.

What you will need:

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related subject
• 8+ years of “hands-on” experience  
• CAD experience (NX, Solidworks, Inventor, Creo) as well as working knowledge of GD&T

Preferred Skills:

• Higher Education degree (MS, PhD) in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or other relevant engineering subject
• Expertise & interest in additive manufacturing and software development
• Experience with industrial hardware products (Kuka and Beckhoff)
• Understanding of metallurgy and welding principles

The Company

The company boasts an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration.

Additional Benefits:

• Premium health care (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Casual dress code
• Flexible work hours
• Free parking
• Daily paid-for lunches
• Regular team-building events

Head of Electrical Engineering

A metal 3D printing startup is hiring a Head of Electrical Engineering to join their team.

Job Summary:

For this role you will be offering technical support and leadership to the electrical engineering team. A key aspect of the position is continuous improvements of the research and development process. You will be the primary technical architect for all the electrical aspects, and you'll lead the system level integration as well as validating the design efforts. 

What you will need:

• A Bachelor’s degree from in electrical engineering or related subject
• 8+ years of “hand-on” experience 
• Ability to lead the design, development, and implementation of components and integrated systems 
• Experience with analog and digital circuity design, power systems, data acquisition, image/signal processing, and control systems

Preferred skills:

• Higher education (MS, PhD) in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or other relevant engineering subject
• Knowledge of metal additive manufacturing processes and software development
• Experience writing hardware interfacing software in Python and C++
• Direct experience with industrial automation hardware products

The Company

The company boasts an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration.

Additional Benefits:

• Premium health care (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Casual dress code
• Flexible work hours
• Free parking
• Daily paid-for lunches
• Regular team-building events

Mechanical Engineer

A metal 3D printing startup is actively looking for a Mechanical Engineer.

Job Summary:

The company is looking for someone who will actively research, develop, design, test and document the mechanical and electromechanical components. As well as this, you will be involved in performing the tolerance analysis of the designs, and plan and perform feasibility tests. 

You will work hands-on to build and integrate designs, as well as newly developed systems, and undergo continuous improvement to enhance the system.

What you will need:

• A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar engineering subject
• 1+ year experience designing and delivering complex mechanical hardware
• CAD experience, including GD&T and drawing documentation
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals 
• Comfortable taking a first-principles approach to solving problems
• Knowledge of motion control and kinematic

Preferred Skills:

• 3+ years of experience designing manufacturing systems for semiconductor, machining, automation, materials processing, or other related industrial manufacturing or capital equipment applications (e.g. Additive Manufacturing, Semiconductor, Robotics, CNC, or Biomedical Manufacturing Equipment Design Engineering experience)
• Experience with optical design and design of fluid systems
• Working knowledge of electromechanical design, firmware, and system software
• Experience with electrical systems, automation, and metal additive manufacturing

The Company

The company boasts an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration.

On offer is a competitive compensation package that includes significant equity in the company, as well as a full suite of additional benefits including:

• Premium health care (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Casual dress code
• Flexible work hours
• Free parking
• Daily paid-for lunches
• Regular team-building events

Electrical Engineer

A metal 3D printing startup is actively looking for an Electrical Engineer. 

Job Summary:

The company are looking for someone who can design, develop and test electronics, as well as contribute to the electrical architecture. You will be driving the component selection and get involved with debugging, and model and simulate circuit designs for analysis of performance.

An enthusiasm to learn new design approaches will be desirable, and a keen interest in additive manufacturing will be necessary.

You will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or similar engineering subject 
• 1+ year of experience with designing and delivering complex electrical hardware
• Understand EE fundamentals 
• Needs to be comfortable taking a first-principles approach to solving problems
• Experience designing, developing, and testing analog and digital circuits 
• Working knowledge of data acquisition and control system hardware and software

Preferred Skills:

• MS or PhD in electrical engineering
• 3+ years experience rapidly designing and delivering highly reliable products
• 3+ years electronic product experience designing hardware from concept through production
• Be familiar with industrial automation technologies and robotics
• Experienced with sensors, embedded micro-controller design and firmware, and FPGA hardware and software development
• Experience with high-speed data acquisition systems, high-accuracy motion systems, high-speed scanning systems, opto-mechanical assemblies, and complex electromechanical systems

The Company

The company boasts an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration.

On offer is a competitive compensation package that includes significant equity in the company, as well as a full suite of additional benefits including:

• Premium health care (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation and holiday
• Casual dress code
• Flexible work hours
• Free parking
• Daily paid-for lunches
• Regular team-building events

Senior Sales Manager

An important player in the metal additive manufacturing industry is looking for a Senior Sales Manager based in Italy, to focus attention on the Automotive F1, Aerospace, Rail and Medical markets.

In summary, you will be responsible for developing the sales pipeline and generating new business.

Role requirements:

• A proven sales professional that finds and closes new customer business to beat quota
• Experience in selling capital equipment, and consistently meeting and exceeding targets
• Success selling into the aforementioned markets
• Possesses deep target market industry insight (e.g. product innovation and manufacturing supply chain)
• Ability to grasp the technical value proposition and ability to work with the customer and discover how this value proposition can help the customer to create business value and solve critical business problems.
• Experience leading effective sales campaigns that utilize cross-functional team members efficiently to close, retain, and up-sell new business.
• Excellent relationship building skills based on keen ability to listen and creative discovery of critical problems you solved.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years’ in a similar sales position
• Sales leadership experience
• BS degree in engineering is preferred
• Experience selling capital equipment within traditional manufacturing markets

Graduate Recruitment Consultant

So, you've graduated from University and now you’re in the big wide world looking for a career?

Ever considered recruitment?

Kensington Consulting is looking for a Graduate Recruitment Consultant to join our team in Chorley.

Don’t worry, you won’t be thrown in at the deep end as we’ll offer ongoing training to ensure that you have all the tools and resources to become successful in your role.


Day to day duties typically involve: 

• Calling candidates and understanding their situation and what they are looking for in a new job role 
• Updating the CRM system with accurate data 
• Identifying and calling potential clients to discuss their job vacancies and to sell our recruitment services 
• Organising interviews for candidates and delivering timely and constructive feedback 
• Resourcing candidates through CV searching using effective Boolean searches 
• Learning about the engineering markets and understanding what is currently happening with the latest technologies 
• Lead generation and following up on leads
• Obtaining references for candidates 
• CV formatting 
• Business Development activities utilising marketing methods

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Clear communication skills 
• Ability to talk to people from all walks of life and in different job roles 
• Have a drive to succeed and make money 
• A desire to deliver a quality service to customers 
• Professional 
• Able to work solely and be a team-player
• Open to new ideas/processes/ways of working
• Pro-active and creative when needed 

We can offer you:

• Ongoing training
• Generous commission scheme
• Opportunity to travel for trade shows
• Career development
• Free on-site parking and gym
• Quarterly team outings