This is a truly unique opportunity within Dyson to lead a small innovation team, focused on developing world class products and technologies, specifically for Dyson Farming. At Dyson we are encouraged to think differently, challenge convention and be unafraid to make mistakes, and the same is required for this dedicated Dyson Farming role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and experienced Engineering Lead to run a small team dedicated inventing, designing and developing leading products and technologies within the Farming sector.  This role would be well suited for an accomplished, innovation focused  Lead Design Engineer with a real passion for agriculture and farming.

Working in our world class research, design and development (RDD) department, you will have the opportunity to work alongside leading technical specialists and highly motivated creative people to create products which drive agricultural capabilities.

About the role

Lead the generation and development of innovative design solutions and solve technical engineering problems for the Dyson Farming business

Designers will be expected to develop new product concepts and ideas from a blank sheet of paper as well as being able to translate defined product briefs into novel solutions.

Produce innovative mechanical designs across a range of device types and technologies to deliver our product performance specifications while considering cost, manufacturing, and time of delivery.  

Analyse test results, summarise and communicate these with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.  

Define plans, monitor progress and report to management on technical risks.  

Take an active, hands-on role to ensure that all engineering problems are resolved thoroughly.

Develop detailed specifications and design requirements 

Develop tests to replicate anticipated usage and optimise products to be robust and high performing 

Perform analysis on test failures and develop efficient solutions 

About you 

A degree in Mechanical Engineering discipline or equivalent with relevant professional experience

Significant and comprehensive Design engineering experience 

A strong understanding of farming, agriculture or related sectors

Practical and methodical design development expertise through prototyping and testing 

Knowledge and understanding of a broad range of engineering and technological disciplines 

Proven examples of developing technically challenging designs 

The skills to communicate your ideas to others within your team 

Ability to plan, prioritise and co-ordinate your teams work to ensure required delivery

Knowledge and understanding of multiple manufacturing techniques 

A passion for agriculture and farming

UK driving licence

Financial: 

Performance related bonus 

Company paid Life Assurance 

Discounts on Dyson machines 

Competitive pension scheme 

Purchase additional holidays  

Lifestyle: 

27 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays 

Free bus travel to and from Malmesbury campus from Bristol, Chippenham and Swindon 

On-site parking 

Endless free coffee and tea, and a free lunch  

Free on-site hair salon 

On-site lifestyle Assist 

Electric vehicle scheme  

Health: 

Private Medical insurance for all employees 

Employee Assistance Program for employee and dependents 

Digital GP and prescription service 

Fertility treatment support 

On-site gym and sports centre 

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