Casting Manufacturing Engineer

Medirest Signature; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Coventry is in search of a Manufacturing Engineer, specializing in casting and heat treatment processes. The successful candidate will manage projects and improve manufacturing methods, ensuring high-quality engineering solutions. Key requirements include expertise in metallurgy, heat treatment, and strong analytical skills. This is a full-time, permanent role with competitive salary and benefits, fostering an environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

Benefits

Private medical

2x pension contribution

Electric lease car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

20 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Qualifications

• Previous experience in metallurgy is crucial.
• Experience in programming and operating vacuum induction melt (VIM) furnace.
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical projects from concept to delivery.
• Develop inspection methods and sequences.
• Continuously improve manufacturing methods.

Skills

Metallurgical Knowledge

Practical experience in heat treatment operations

Problem-Solving Skills

Foundry Experience

Data Analysis and Quality Control

Education

Qualified in an Engineering, Industrial or Manufacturing discipline

Tools

CAD/CAM Software

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer – Casting

Location: MTC Coventry

Job Type: Permanent

Working hours: 36 Hours per week

Salary: £50,000 - £56,000 DOE - per annum

Benefits: Private medical, 2x pension contribution, electric lease car scheme, cycle to work scheme, 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and more.

Reporting To: Lead ME



Role Overview



As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions, with a focus on casting and heat treatment processes. You will manage technical projects from concept to delivery, continuously improving manufacturing methods and supporting the development of future capabilities. This is a primarily on-site role based at our Coventry facility, with occasional travel to partner sites. Flexibility may be required depending on project needs.



Duties and Responsibilities



As a Manufacturing Engineer you will be responsible for:

Develop inspection methods and sequences.

Provide lead-time and cost estimates for job requests.

Creating inspection methods and sequences.

Creating PFMEAs, process flow charts and control plans.

Resolve non-conformances to ensure products meet specification.

Working with the customer to optimise the design of products (DfM) to ensure an optimum inspection method can be generated.

Has responsibility to continuously improve manufacturing methods to reduce lead-time, reduce cost and minimise the chance of non-conformance.

Leads the improvement of manufacturing processes considering safety, quality, cost, efficiency, and process flow.

Develop and coach Technicians with processes within department.

Develop manufacturing processes to deliver the customer deliverables.

Sharing lessons learned and best practices with the engineering teams.

Produce reports/certificates/documents to an agreed format.





Person Specification

Essential Skills/Qualifications/Experience

Metallurgical Knowledge: Previous experience in metallurgy is crucial to understand the properties of different metals and alloys.

Practical experience in heat treatment operations is essential, including furnace operation, temperature control (e,g, AMS2570), and atmosphere control.

Casting Processes: in depth knowledge of casting processes operationally is essential.

Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to identify and troubleshoot problems in casting and heat treatment processes is crucial.

Experience in programming and operating vacuum induction melt (VIM) furnace.

Data Analysis and Quality Control: The ability to analyse data from development trials to optimize processes and improve product quality. Knowledge of quality control methods and tools.

Foundry Experience: Practical experience in a foundry environment with hands-on knowledge of casting processes and equipment including, mould/core preparation and assembly.

Heat Treatment Experience: Previous experience in heat treatment operations is essential, including furnace operation, temperature control (e,g, AMS2570), and atmosphere control.

Strong analytical skills: A track record in technical problem solving with a solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles to recommend process improvements.

Qualified in an Engineering, Industrial or Manufacturing discipline or equivalent experience and qualifications.

Highly competent in understanding and interpreting BS:8888 into methods of inspection and influence design for inspection across the design teams in a variety of engineering sectors.

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.



Able to work within a team-focused environment with a Can-do attitude, positive attitude.

Ability to support operational team throughout project life.





Desirable Skills/Qualifications/Experience

Automation and Robotics: Experience with automation and robotics in manufacturing environments.

CAD/CAM Software: Proficiency in CAD/CAM software for designing moulds and tooling with familiarity of Siemens NX.

Maintenance and Calibration: Experience in conducting routine preventative maintenance and thermocouple calibration activities.

Process documentation: Experience creating and developing standard operating procedures and work instruction.

A track record of continuous improvement and project management.

Experience of developing casting processes.





For more information, please see the job description attached.



Interview Process



Once you submit your application, this will be passed on to our Talent Acquisition team for review. If you are successfully shortlisted, the next steps will be a 2-stage interview process and a technical test.