Graduate Engineer Research Internships

Research Internship opportunity with world class engineering Institution - 2 posts available

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen in the Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers (IGEM) for a graduate engineer/s to undertake an internship within the Institution commencing in August 2012 for a fixed term period of 10 months.

Based in Derbyshire by Royal Charter, IGEM is an internationally recognised and learned organisation with two primary objectives, these include the provision of outstanding services to our 4000 members who are behind the creativity and engineering excellence that shines through every aspect of the gas sector and the development and maintenance of operational safety standards which are used throughout the world; These definitive standards are produced in collaboration with industrial and academic partners who drive and shape the existing and new gas markets. 

What we expect of the successful candidate/s?

The successful candidate/s will carry out a thorough and comprehensive review of the processes and related equipment used in the containment and use of bio fuels, liquefied natural gas, carbon dioxide, and hydrogen and as a consequence produce a number of reports, the recommendations of which, where appropriate will argue for the development of new gas standards or the modification of existing standards. 

The research will be gathered through a variety of means including site visits, qualitative and quantitative research. 

The key achievements of this role will include:

• The production of detailed referenced reports that reflect the existing procedures and practices that govern the management, production and employment of bio fuels, hydrogen, carbon dioxide, and liquefied natural gas.
• Development and execution of a comprehensive industry-visiting schedule.
• Identification of key industry experts in all target gas sectors.
• Acquiring a thorough understanding of the structure and composition of the global gas industry and the market for new gases

Skill Requirements

• Minimum upper second engineering degree in either mechanical/production/chemical or nuclear engineering
• Enthusiasm for engineering and engineers
• Keen interest in technology is essential
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Fully conversant with all Microsoft and project management software
• Resourceful and can demonstrate initiative
• Reliable and capable
• self direction and working with and supporting colleagues within IGEM
• Full drivers license
• 2 references will be required
• Role reports to the Head of Technical Services IGEM

Salary £18,000 plus pension contributions
Based in Kegworth, Derbyshire
Travel throughout the UK possibly continental Europe
Role will be fully mentored and research will be available to the candidate to use to acquire further academic qualifications.

How to apply

Please forward your CV and covering letter to Peter Hardy, Technical Services Manager.

By email - peter.hardy@igem.org.uk

By post - 
Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers
IGEM House
High Street
Kegworth
Derbyshire
DE74 2DA

Closing date for applications is Friday 30 March 2012.