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WHO ARE WE?
Iconic British brand ghd is a global leader in high end professional hair styling tools and the UK’s number one recommended styling brand. Loved by stylists and consumers, loved by press, and loved by the people that work for the brand!
Merging science and innovation, with luxury beauty and style; ghd combines cutting edge technologies and beautiful designs to create the most technically advanced hair tools in the world.
Developed by leading scientists and engineers in the dedicated ghd R&D laboratories in Cambridge, ghd tools deliver “safer for hair” heat styling that have become an essential part of the daily lives of professional hair stylists and consumers globally.
Renowned for game changing innovation and superior performance, at ghd we are on a mission to transform lives with the power of a good hair day!
ABOUT THIS ROLE
As a System Engineer you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining complex products in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are seeking a proactive and inquisitive individual with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work across disciplines to ensure the success of our projects.
LOCATION
This role will be based in our Cambridge R&D Facility.
JOB ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Hands-On Skills: Utilise hands-on skills to build, test, and troubleshoot complex systems.-
Inquisitive and Questioning: Demonstrate curiosity and the ability to ask critical questions to ensure a deep understanding of project requirements.
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Separation of Concerns and System Decomposition: Break down complex systems into manageable components, ensuring clear separation of concerns and facilitating efficient system design.
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Designing Experiments to Isolate Root Cause: Develop testing strategies and protocols to isolate root causes of system issues and drive effective problem resolution.
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Understanding Data: Analyse and interpret data to make informed decisions and recommendations for system improvements.
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Requirements & DFMEA: Work closely with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and perform Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) to identify potential risks and weaknesses in the system.
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CAD & Modelling: Utilize Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software and modelling tools to create detailed system designs and prototypes.
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Simulation: Using a first principal understanding of thermal or fluid systems and tools like spreadsheets, FEA or CDF build digital models of subsystems to reduce the time from theory to a quality outcome.
REQUIREMENTS
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or HND/HNC, in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline
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1–3+ years of hands‑on engineering experience
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Building, testing, and troubleshooting physical systems
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Comfortable working in a lab or workshop environment
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Experience assembling prototypes or mechanical/electromechanical rigs
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Experience building and testing prototypes
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Proficiency with CAD tools
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Exposure to FEA/CFD or first‑principles modelling
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Strong analytical skills and experience designing experiments
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Ability to work across mechanical, electrical, and system‑level domains
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Experience with DFMEA or other structured problem‑solving methods
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A naturally curious, questioning mindset
VALUES
We at ghd are proudly committed to our Company Values and aim to attract and retain employees who live our Values.
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Collaborative – We work together to create the extraordinary.
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Creative – We foster creativity & excellence to create value for our brands and business.
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Courageous – We are agile, entrepreneurial & we own our future.
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Connected – We stay connected and ensure we are always consumer first.
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Committed – We are responsible for our impact on other & the planet.
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