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Position: APPLICATION ENGINEER
Location: Novi, Michigan USA

Froude Inc., a manufacturer of highly-engineered engine testing products, is seeking an application engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience. The successful applicant will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and aspires to learn, grow and be a positive influence in a small and growing team.

We design, develop and manufacture engine dynamometer products and systems. Our customers include Ford, GM, Rolls Royce, Volkswagen, Siemens, GE, Pratt & Whitney and a variety of other major US and international companies. Froude is headquartered in Novi, Michigan and we have a manufacturing center in Worcester, United Kingdom. The position reports to the Director of Customer Service and will be based in our Novi, Michigan location.

The overall purpose of this role is the commissioning of Froude and Go Power dynamometer systems, as well as the service, maintenance, and calibration of products in the field. Overnight travel, including weekends, is expected. Froude’s customers are placed geographically in most parts of the world and therefore the engineer must display a willingness to work anywhere (within any travel allowance agreement in force), given that any particular request is reasonable.

Responsibilities:
• To provide commissioning, testing, training and service support at Froude and Go Power customer sites worldwide
• To maintain good working relations with the Customers’ site personnel and representatives
• Ensure that all Health and Safety Procedures and statutory requirements are complied with in-house and on-site in conjunction with the customer’s own policies
• Proactively managing time and resources between jobs. i.e. maintaining equipment calibration, self-training, site packs, and site reports
• To obtain the customer’s written acceptance of the equipment on completion of commissioning, subject, if necessary, to a formal snagging list, prior to departure from the site
• To ensure that all measurements called for are made with instrumentation maintained within the calibration system and to maintain the department’s calibration system
• To ensure that all products perform in accordance with Froude’s technical specification and where a deviation is noted, to use all correct procedures to remedy such faults.
• To keep records of daily occurrences and compile visit reports on return using the appropriate forms
• In the absence of formal site management, as the Senior Froude representative, to supervise site labor and sub-contractors involved on the contract for which they are responsible
• Technical feedback and input to help provide accurate proposals, resolve site issues, improve product and service documentation
• To create and issue site packs containing relevant site information, risk assessments and method statements
• In-house assistance with customer returns and refurbishments
• To take on as directed, in writing, site management roles
• To safeguard and maintain in good order, all Company equipment and records, including items hired and vehicles allocated to them
• To conduct themselves as befits a representative of the Company and to maintain contact with the department as directed by the Customer Service Director
• To maintain good customer relationships and ensure customer satisfaction at all times
• Revising departmental and on-site procedures to better suit customer requirements
• To assist in the general running of the department and to perform any reasonable duties not covered in the foregoing as may be required by the Company

We are expanding, changing, and becoming a new company. If this sounds exciting and you’re interested in this opportunity, please email your resume to HR@froudedyno.com. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.

Position: ELECTRONICS ENGINEER

Location: Novi, Michigan USA

Electronics Engineer Job Description

We design, develop and manufacture engine dynamometer products and systems, and are a recognized name in Engine test solutions. Our customers include Ford, GM, Rolls Royce, Volkswagen, Siemens, GE, Pratt & Whitney and a variety of other major US and international companies. Froude is headquartered in Novi, Michigan and we have a manufacturing center in Worcester, United Kingdom.

We are searching for a passionate and reliable electronics engineer to join our growing company.

The electronics engineer's responsibilities include designing, developing, testing, troubleshooting, and deploying Electronics solutions. They will interpret client briefs and provide cost and time estimates. The engineer will take a lead role evaluating Froude products, creating CAD drawings & instructional manuals, and establishing supplier and vendor networks.

To be successful as an electronics engineer, you should have an aptitude for Mathematics and a passion for technology. Outstanding electronics engineers can prioritize tasks, solve problems, and deliver work to strict deadlines.

This position will report to the Novi location with core work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. Salary will depend on experience and talent. A minimum of three years of experience in Electronic Engineering is required. We offer an excellent benefit package, progressive management, a global customer base and exposure to both high technology and manufacturing environments 

Responsibilities:
• Create and update Solidworks Electrical CAD Drawings.
• Design and build Electrical / Electronic solutions.
• Troubleshoot customer operation issues.
• Diagnose Control, AC and Noise issues.
• Develop BOMs (Bill of Materials), Manuals, Test and Requirement Specifications.
• Propose changes to Future-Proof and modularize Froude Control Products.
• Test systems conform to global quality standards (e.g. CE / IEC).
• Liaise with colleagues, engineers, and clients.
• Show initiative and keep up with advancements in Electronics.
• Ensure all equipment and products meet health and safety regulations.
• Observe existing processes and making recommendations for improvement.
• Develop effective maintenance, testing, and quality control procedures.
• Represent the company at conferences and delivering presentations if required.

Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar; 3 years of experience in electronic engineering
• Experience with Electrical CAD packages (e.g.Solidworks Electrical, EPlan, OrCAD, AutoCAD).
• Strong Electronics circuit theory background.
• Creative and adaptive.
• Ability to tackle a problem from a macro and micro level.
• Ability to convey complex ideas.
• PCB design theory would be a plus.
• Familiarity with Drives / Engines would be a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and telephonic communication skills.
• Excellent research and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills.

We are expanding, changing, and becoming a new company. If this sounds like the professional growth challenge you seek and you’re interested in a unique opportunity to make a difference, please send your resume to HR@froudedyno.com. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.

 

Location: Worcester, Worcestershire, UK
Salary: Competitive (Dependent upon Experience)
36.75 hour week (Mon-Thurs - 08:00am-16:30pm Fri 0800am-12:45pm).
Contract: Full Time, fixed term contract 6 month
We are accepting applicants that are self-employed contractors

Job Overview:
Froude Limited, a manufacturer of highly-engineered engine testing products, is seeking a Electrical/ Electronic Systems Design Engineer to support our company’s ambitious growth objectives. You will be working part of a small design team with on the job training from experienced Engineers on designing, testing and developing Electronic solutions.

We design, develop and manufacture engine dynamometer products and systems. Our customers include Ford, GM, Rolls Royce, Volkswagen, Siemens, GE, Pratt & Whitney and a variety of other major international companies. Froude is headquartered in Novi, Michigan USA and we have a manufacturing center in Worcester, United Kingdom.

The Role:
The engineer will evaluate Froude products and customer requirements, creating CAD drawings & instructional manuals, creating build documentation for manufacturing and test.
To be successful as an electrical design engineer, you should have an aptitude for a passion for technology. Outstanding design engineers can prioritize tasks, solve problems, and deliver work to strict deadlines.

• Create and update Solidworks Electrical CAD Drawings.
• Design Electrical / Electronic solutions.
• Troubleshoot customer issues.
• Develop BOMs (Bill of Materials), Manuals, Test and Requirement Specifications.
• Propose changes to Future-Proof and modularize Froude Control Products.
• Test systems conform to global quality standards (e.g. CE / IEC).
• Liaise with colleagues, engineers, and clients.
• Ensure all equipment and products meet health and safety regulations.
• Observe existing processes and making recommendations for improvement.
• Support effective maintenance, testing, and quality control procedures.


Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar.
• Experience with Electrical CAD packages (e.g., Solidworks Electrical, EPlan, OrCAD, AutoCAD).
• Experience with PCB design
• Strong Electronics circuit theory background.
• Creative and adaptive.
• Ability to tackle a problem from a macro and micro level.
• Ability to convey complex ideas.
• Familiarity with Drives / Engines would be a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and telephonic communication skills.
• Excellent research and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills.

If this sounds exciting and you’re interested in a ground floor opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to UKHR@froudedyno.com.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.

Position: Mechanical Buyer

Location: Worcester, Worcestershire, UK
Salary: Competitive (Dependent upon Experience)
• 25 Days Plus Bank Holidays. Bank Holidays • Pension, Company Benefits and 36.75 hour week (Mon-Thurs - 08:00am-16:30pm Fri 0800am-12:45pm).
Contract: Permanent

Job Overview:
Froude Limited, a manufacturer of precision engineered engine testing products, is seeking a Mechanical Buyer to support our company’s ambitious growth objectives. You will be working within the production team and be responsible for the procurement of precision machined parts, castings, forgings and fabrications.
We design, develop and manufacture engine dynamometer products and systems. Our customers include Ford, GM, Rolls Royce, Volkswagen, Siemens, GE, Pratt & Whitney and a variety of other major international companies. Froude is headquartered in Novi, Michigan USA and we have a manufacturing center in Worcester, United Kingdom.

The Role:
• Working from engineering requisitions or MRP demand, you will be responsible for identifying suppliers, creating RFQs, and procuring and expediting components required, on time, in budget, and quality conforming. Components will include precision machined parts, castings, forgings, and fabrications.
• Liaise with Engineering Department to resolve any engineering issues during the procurement process.
• Raise / control and close appropriate machining works orders where necessary.
• Attend production meetings.
• You will be responsible for closely monitoring open orders and expediting components effectively maintaining project timelines.
• The role requires a self-motivated individual that will be proactive throughout the procurement process to achieve cost and time savings wherever feasible.

Requirements:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills giving you the ability to maintain supplier relationships.
• Previous experience in the procurement of precision machined components is essential.
• Previous experience working directly with subcontract machine shops is also essential.
• Must be familiar with machining processes, including CNC milling, CNC turning, and grinding.
• Ability to read engineering drawings to identify suitable suppliers/processes.
• Ability to use own initiative to work within budgets and to deadlines.
• A Full UK Driving License would be advantageous but not essential.
• Experienced working with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner.
• Dynamometer or precision high-speed rotating equipment experience would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes:
• Integrity
• Inquisitive
• Determined
• Organised
• Good communicator – Written & Verbal
• Thorough
• Self-starter
If this sounds exciting and you’re interested in a ground floor opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to UKHR@froudedyno.com.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.

Location: Worcester, Worcestershire, UK
Salary: £TBA
• 33 Days Holiday Inc. Bank Holidays • Pension, Company Benefits and 36.75 hour week
(Mon-Thurs - 08:00am-16:30pm Fri 0800am-12:45pm).

Contract: Permanent

Job Overview:
Froude Limited, a manufacturer of engine testing products, is seeking a Health & Safety Facility Manager to support our company’s ambitious growth objectives. Our customers include Ford, GM, Rolls Royce, Volkswagen, Siemens, GE, Pratt & Whitney and various other major international companies. Froude is headquartered in Novi, Michigan USA and we have a manufacturing center in Worcester, United Kingdom. We are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee all building-related activities at our Worcester, UK site. You will be responsible for preserving the good condition of the infrastructure and meeting health and safety requirements.

The Role:
The successful candidate will be based in our manufacturing facility and will report directly to the Technical Director and Site Manager they will be solely responsible for all aspects of health and safety and facilities management. The role will combine practical and administrative responsibilities. The candidate must be proactive and able to prioritise workload to support production activities and statutory requirements.
• Planning and coordinating facility installations and refurbishments
• Managing the upkeep of fixed assets
• Responsibility for general facility maintenance and improvements
• Daily control and management of health and safety

Responsibilities:
• Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards
• Daily management of health and safety
• Control and management of Health and safety systems
• Responsibility for all health and safety records and documentation such as:
• Risk assessments
• COSHH records
• Fire risk assessments
• Health and safety training records
• Implementation of health and safety procedures
• Supervise all external contractors related to the facility works/improvements
• Control activities like parking space allocation, waste disposal, building security etc.
• Plan and schedule insurance and service visits for:
• Lifting equipment
• Crane and forklift truck servicing
• Cooling tower service contracts
• Spray booths
• Extraction systems
• Keep financial and non-financial records for record and health and safety requirements
• Undertaking general maintenance and repair tasks relating to:
• Plumbing
• Electrical maintenance
• General building repairs
• Obtaining quotations for Larger scale facility improvements
• Weekly fire system checks

Requirements:
• Proven experience as facilities manager or relevant position
• Experience of daily management of health and safety
• Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Good analytical/critical thinking

Advantages but not required:
• BSc/BA in facility management, engineering, business administration or relevant field
• Relevant professional qualification in Health and Safety such as:
• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• NVQ Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• NCFE IOSH Level 3 Certificate in Safety and Health for Business

Personal Attributes: Integrity | Inquisitive | Determined | Organized | Thorough | Self-starter

If this sounds exciting and you’re interested in a ground-floor opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to UKHR@froudedyno.com. Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.