Job Description

Linn Products is an established thriving and vibrant Glasgow company at the leading edge of design and manufacture of music systems. Our product range spans the entire audio chain, and we take pride in developing unique engineering solutions that push the boundaries of domestic audio reproduction.



Linn is proud of our collaborative and caring culture, focused on quality, performance, and continuous improvement. Linn genuinely cares about our people and supporting their career development.

Position:

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An exciting new role has arisen in our Research and Development department. We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Mechanical and Acoustics Engineering team.

What's involved?

Reporting to the Mechanical and Acoustics Design team leader, this role will have a broad working remit. While the primary focus will be supporting development of our iconic LP12 turntable products, there will also be a requirement to provide technical expertise and engineering solutions for all aspects of mechanics from specifying materials to developing novel approaches for vibration control.



The Mechanical Design Engineer will need to develop a deep understanding of the mechanics of the LP12 to ensure that we continue to extract more information from the groove of the record, minimising external interference when transcribing the forces captured by the stylus.



Scientific method is essential for this role. As is the ability to demonstrate a systematic approach to understanding through observation, experimentation, and analysis, and be expected to form your own hypotheses, and through rigorous experimentation and analysis draw appropriate conclusions.



All of our products are designed and manufactured in house, so as a Mechanical Design Engineer you will see products through their entire development cycle, from concept evaluation, through prototype and manufacture, to full market release.



As part of a multidisciplinary R&D department, this opportunity gives access to expertise in acoustics, electronics, manufacturing and software engineering. Cross pollination of ideas through discussion is welcomed and expected. You will also work closely with teams across the company, including our production, service, and procurement teams, events, sales and marketing.



This is a truly rare opportunity to join a dynamic and motivated research and development department designing and delivering the world's best music reproduction systems.

Requirements:

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Essential skills:



BEng 2:1 minimum in Mechanical Engineering (or related Design Engineering with a strong physics background). Experience in 3D CAD, to model concepts, generate parts and create detailed manufacturing drawings. Methodical and scientific approach to technical problems. Creative thinking skills to conceive, design and test innovative solutions.

Other information:

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Linn offers a unique, informal and vibrant culture in a modern factory and in a beautiful setting. We have a family feel with a supportive culture, focussed on performance and continuous improvement. We offer rewarding careers in an ever-changing market, all driven by a shared passion for music and quality. You can check out more about our culture and heritage by taking a look at our YouTube channel.



In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many other benefits such as:

Flexible Working

At Linn we very much believe in and encourage work life balance, and therefore offer the opportunity for you to work flexibly and from home should the nature of your role allow. We love to see you on-site though as a wee informal chat is good for us all, although we don't have "rules" dictating when you should come in, this is up to you, your team leader, and some common sense!

Holiday Purchase Scheme

We know how important holidays are for us all so if you need more than the 32 days standard there is the opportunity to purchase up to 2 additional weeks, repaid through payroll.

Workplace Pension

We encourage you to contribute to your pension and we also contribute generously. We enrol you into a Workplace Pension scheme with AEGON ARC and pension deductions are made via the salary exchange basis.

Private Medical Insurance

Also, as your health and wellbeing is our priority you have the option of joining our private healthcare cover, currently provided by Vitality. As well as covering the costs of private healthcare, from diagnosis to treatment, Vitality encourages good health and offers rewards and discounts for doing so.





The cover offers advanced cancer cover, direct access to both mental health and musculoskeletal treatment and an online GP. No need to work about current or previous health concerns as medical history is disregarded and you can also add family members to your cover too should you wish.

Life Assurance

For your peace of mind, we offer life cover - a tax-free lump sum is paid out to your nominated person/s should you die while employed by Linn Products Ltd. There are no medical or activity related exclusions and no medical underwriting is required.

Linn Gym

There is a fabulous new gym onsite, and we encourage you to use it. We also have boxing and Metafit classes to help keep you fit physically and mentally.

Canteen

When you are onsite, we have highly subsidised canteen, making sure that you are fuelled for the day. Every day offers a different main meal, in addition to breakfasts, soups, sandwiches and healthy options too. We offer free cereal, porridge, and fruit to ensure you start the day well nourished! When the weather allows, we also have BBQs in our lovely grounds,

Charity

It is important to Linn to give back and we have our Linn Charity Foundation which not only donates to the local community and charities, we also encourages our colleague's charity fundraising efforts by matching whatever they raise. Furthermore, we have fun filled Christmas charity days, Family charity days and team fundraising activities such as the Santa Dash and Kiltwalk. All of which we encourage everyone to get involved in. Our colleagues also select which charity we should support so if there is a cause that is close to your heart you can nominate them to be our chosen charity.

Development

We firmly believe in enabling and support everyone to be the best that they can be and that is why we offer continuous development opportunities open to all. Whether this be technical, leadership skills or professional qualifications we are here to support your development and your career path.

Cycle to Work

Some other great perks that we offer include a Cycle to work scheme where we buy you a bike and the repayments are taken tax efficiently from us through payroll, saving you up to 42%. If you wish to cycle to work and do your bit for the environment, we have a bike shelter to protect your bike from the Scottish weather.

Staff Discount

If, like us you love your music and appreciate the amazing sound of our beautiful products you will have the opportunity to purchase a Linn product at a hugely discounted price and you can repay this interest free through payroll.

Social

We love a party at Linn so at least twice a year we put on a staff party with food, drinks entertainment and transport all covered. Great fun is had by all!