Summary
Date Posted: Monday, May 08 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The National Science, Technology, Engineering and Innovation Centre (NSTEIC) was created to enhance the technological and skill base of Ugandan graduates, craftsmen, technicians and engineers as well as instructors through the Flexible Factory Learning & Infrastructure Model covering the technology areas of construction engineering (including construction machinery technology & civil engineering technology), automotive technology, agricultural mechanization, industrial technology, metallurgy (especially. precision welding), and electronic & electrical R&D. The Centre responds to the need to create more jobs especially for the youth, improve on the competitiveness of Uganda’s products and firms, promote a culture of creativity and innovation, and improve the livelihoods of Ugandans. NSTEIC requires the services of dedicated, competent, innovative and result- oriented individuals for employment on a contract basis for the posts below;

The individuals recruited will be training others to perform the same skills the applicants already have. They will provide evidence that they are trainable in a number of areas necessary in Training of Trainers (ToT). This requires prior and ongoing experience in the relevant technical field. It also requires the demonstration of some of the competences in generic ToT.

To qualify, the applicant must have:
1.Ongoing practice experience in any of the respective specializations below:

Job Title Design and Development Engineer
No of Vacancy 2
Reports to Research, Development and Innovation Manager

Role Purpose
Researches and develops new products, technologies, components, processes & systems. Responsible for the development and validation of products, systems and components. Provides support to new business and product launch team and works to ensure that all aspects of Computer Aided Design (CAD) are created and fully meet the set expectations.
Responsible for re-tooling and training craftsmen, technicians and engineers

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Captures and specifies design requirements
2. Researches concepts, ideas using mathematical modelling to determine whether developments & innovations would work and be cost effective.
3. Produces design ideas based on research into technical plans for prototypes using Computer Aided design (CAD) and Computer Aided Engineering (CAE).
4. Analyses design proposal and technical information in order to identify issues arising from product development.
5. Attends design reviews to present design ideas and to discuss & critic alternative solutions.
6. Defines the product functional analysis (based on standards) to translate customer specifications and internal requirements into the product performance criteria.
7. Determines material choices capable of meeting performance requirements.
8. Supports the creation and maintenance of process documentation associated with the analysis process.
9. Execute Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) assessment on project components and assemblies
10. Participates in Design Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and makes sure that the tests identified as recommended actions are incorporated.
11. Controls Bill of Materials (BOMs), CAD models and engineering drawings.
12. Trains engineers, technicians and graduates in assigned areas.
13. Participates in problem solving to resolve issues related to product & tool design and production

Role Requirements: (Minimum Required Qualifications)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Production/Industrial Engineering.
• Three (3) years’ experience in engineering design for manufacturing and assembly.
• Demonstrated experience in used of Computer Aided Design software in Solid Edge, SolidWorks and 3D modelling
• Possession of a Master’s degree in Mechanical related field is an added advantage
• Member of the Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers is an added advantage

Personal Competences for the Job
• Strong leadership: ability to influence and inspire staff to higher organizational ideals and expectations
• Teamwork: ability to create and sustain a shared understanding of implementing organizations’ assignments
• Collaborative, networking and negotiation skills
• High level interpersonal and communication ability
• Problem solving: ability to find an answer to almost all obstacles in the way
• A sound knowledge of computer aided design (CAD) and Computer Assisted engineering (CAE) software and 3D modelling
• Ability to interpret drawings and manuals

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
If you believe you have the relevant qualificationsand experience, please send your detailedApplication, academic documents and CV demonstrating possession ofthe relevant competencies, current position,names and addresses of three referees via email topila3consultants@gmail.com ; not later than 5.00pm. 8th May, 2023 quoting the position ofinterest in the subject line.

N.B: Canvassing or any attempt thereof will lead to immediate disqualification.
UNCST is an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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