Main characteristics
- Location
- Bicester, Oxfordshire
- Company
- Prospec Associates
- Salary
- £45000 - £60000/annum
- Employment type
- Permanent
- Category
- Automotive / Aerospace
Job summary
Our client, an innovative company at the cutting edge of electric propulsion technology in aerospace, requires a talented Manufacturing Engineer to join its dynamic team to develop, improve, and support the operations manufacturing processes and equipment to enable volume production of our products to customers.Responsibilities:
* Evaluating manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, testing, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators
* Supporting manufacturing demand by relieving bottlenecks and problem-solving production constraints; attending breakdowns and reacting efficiently to escalation from manufacturing teams
* Developing manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors
* Improve manufacturing efficiency by analysing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout
* Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes
* Provide manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labour, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements
* Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing information and trends
* Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations
* Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturers instructions and established procedures; requesting special service
Requirements:
* A degree in an Engineering discipline or equivalent
* Experience working within an automotive or aerospace Tier 1 in a manufacturing environment
* Good understanding of continuous improvement methods and lean techniques
* Familiar with process techniques and documentation such as FMEAs, process flows, work instructions, control plans etc.
* Hands-on experience with bespoke equipment, tooling, and automation
* Good understanding of design for assembly and manufacturing constraints for high-volume manufacture
* Confident with both internal and external customers and suppliers, able to detail requirements and understand issues
* Strong communication skills (both written and verbal), good collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
* Creative problem-solving abilities with an analytical approach to implementation,
* Results-orientated with the ability to deliver business value
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