Manufacturing Engineer

SABCA; Lummen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SABCA Limburg in Lummen is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join the CNC machining and assembly department. You will analyze processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements in quality, efficiency and safety on the shop floor, collaborating with operators, team leads, Engineering and other departments.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a technical field, several years of manufacturing experience, and hands-on CNC/assembly exposure, plus knowledge of Lean methods and CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in industrial/ mechanical/ electromechanical engineering or similar.
• Several years of experience in manufacturing and engineering.
• Experience with CNC machining and/or assembly environments is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of Lean methodologies: 5S, Visual Management, Flow and Value Stream Mapping.
• Work accurately with a strong focus on quality and results.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.
• Knowledge of EN9100 and ISO 14001.
• Basic CAD experience with CATIA and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Act as back-up for the Process Owner for trimming and assembly processes and provide technical support in follow-up.
• Analyse customer specifications and translate them into manufacturing processes for trimming and assembly.
• Define and align manufacturing strategy for trimming and assembly with the customer.
• Develop, program and verify CNC and CMM programs for trimming activities with a focus on quality and repeatability.
• Create and maintain work and recording instructions for trimming and assembly.
• Provide technical follow-up and issue resolution during production of trial parts.
• Support ramp-up and smooth transition to serial production.
• Apply problem-solving methods and root cause analysis to early production runs.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality and Engineering to meet EN9100/ISO14001 standards.

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

AutoCAD

Job description

At our Lummen site, SABCA Limburg, we are specialized in the manufacturing of high-tech composite assemblies for aircraft. On the one hand, we produce integrated skins for flaps and stabilizers using two automatic tape-layers and very large autoclaves and of course, our colleagues’ extended know-how. In cooperation with the Engineering office in Brussels, SABCA Limburg is also responsible for the flap track fairings of several aircraft. On the other hand, the Space industry is also present in this plant with the final system integration of Ariane and Vega assemblies.

Are you a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys working close to production and turning technical challenges into concrete improvements? SABCA Limburg is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our CNC machining and assembly department. Together with another Manufacturing Engineer, you will take a close look at the department and its processes. You will analyse existing processes, troubleshoot technical issues and continuously look for ways to improve quality, efficiency and safety. You will work closely with operators, team leaders, Engineering and other departments to ensure that technical solutions are effectively implemented on the shop floor.

Your Responsibilities

• Act as a back-up for the Process Owner for trimming and assembly processes and provide technical support in the follow-up of these processes.
• Analyse and assess customer specifications and technical requirements related to trimming and assembly activities and translate them into applicable manufacturing processes.
• Define, technically align and, where necessary, further optimise the manufacturing strategy for trimming and assembly in consultation with the customer.
• Develop, program and verify CNC and CMM programs for trimming activities, with a focus on product quality, process robustness and repeatability.
• Develop, implement and maintain work and recording instructions for trimming and assembly activities.
• Provide technical follow-up and support for trimming and assembly activities during the production of trial parts, including identifying and resolving process and production issues.
• Support trimming and assembly processes during production ramp-up and ensure a controlled transition to serial production.
• Analyse and resolve technical issues during the first production runs of trimming and assembly by applying structured problem‑solving methods and root cause analysis.
• Actively support the operational departments to ensure on‑time delivery to our customers.
• Analyse existing production processes and identify improvement opportunities, with a focus on quality, efficiency, lead time, cost and safety.
• Introduce, monitor and maintain process controls to improve both quality and cost efficiency.
• Implement and maintain visual management on the shop floor and further develop and optimise 5S practices.
• Assess, evaluate and implement changes to engineering definitions and specification requirements, while keeping the related internal procedures and work instructions up to date.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering and other stakeholders and take responsibility at your level with regard to the EN9100 quality standard and ISO 14001 environmental standard.

Your profile

• You hold a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering or a similar technical field.
• You have several years of experience in manufacturing and engineering.
• Experience with CNC machining and/or assembly departments, or a similar production environment, is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of Lean methodologies such as 5S, Visual Management, Flow and Value Stream Mapping is a plus.
• You work accurately, with a strong focus on quality and results.
• You are fluent in Dutch and English.
• You have knowledge of the EN9100 quality standard and ISO 14001 environmental standard.
• Basic experience with CAD software, preferably CATIA and AutoCAD.

So, What’s in it for you?

Experience!

Gain new experience to thanks to the full range of services we offer to the civil, space and military aviation markets as well as to the commercial Unmanned Autonomous Systems (drones). Our activities include designing, manufacturing, maintaining, and upgrading large and complex elements for aircraft and space launchers for customers and partners belonging to the elite of the aerospace industry.

Excitement!

Work in an exciting environment where long‑standing expertise and research and technological development feed off each other. Sabca collaborators have their passion and their know‑how as common denominator. Teamwork, reliability and innovation are part of the culture we value and that lead us to success.

Challenges!

Help Europe access to space by designing and manufacturing rocket structures. Be part of the pioneers in developing advanced air mobility solutions inside our division dedicated to drones. Use your knowledge to take people around the world on board low‑carbon aircraft. Contribute to the environmental and technological challenges of the century. Play your own role in the fast‑moving world of aerospace.

Be ready for take‑off!