Equipment Engineer

Röchling Automotive; Thurso; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Röchling Automotive is seeking an experienced Equipment Engineer to lead the specification, procurement, installation, validation and optimization of manufacturing equipment for plastic injection molding and new program launches.

You will drive capital projects, develop extensive equipment specs, and collaborate with Process Engineering, Maintenance, Quality and EHS to improve OEE, cycle time and throughput while upholding safety and engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with plastic injection molding processes and equipment.
• Experience managing equipment installation and capital projects.
• Knowledge of automation, robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics and machine controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital equipment projects from concept through production launch.
• Develop specifications for injection molding machinery, automation and robotics.
• Manage equipment suppliers during design, FAT, installation and commissioning.
• Support new automotive programs and manufacturing expansions.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering, Tooling, Maintenance, Production, Quality and EHS.
• Drive equipment performance improvements related to OEE, cycle time, quality and throughput.
• Participate in PFMEA and manufacturing risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with safety, customer and internal engineering standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Mechatronics Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Engel machines

Husky machines

KraussMaffei machines

Milacron machines

Job description

Röchling Automotive is seeking an experienced Equipment Engineer to support our plastic injection molding operations and new program launches. This role is responsible for leading the specification, procurement, installation, validation, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and automation systems to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production.

• Lead capital equipment projects from concept through production launch.


• Develop technical specifications for injection molding machinery, automation, robotics, vision systems, and assembly equipment.


• Manage equipment suppliers during design, build, FAT, installation, and commissioning phases.


• Support new automotive program launches and manufacturing expansions.


• Collaborate with Process Engineering, Tooling, Maintenance, Production, Quality, and EHS teams.


• Drive equipment performance improvements related to OEE, cycle time, quality, and throughput.


• Participate in PFMEA activities and manufacturing risk assessments.


• Ensure compliance with safety, customer, and internal engineering standards.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related discipline.


• 5+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing.


• Experience with plastic injection molding processes and equipment.


• Experience managing equipment installation and capital projects.


• Knowledge of automation, robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and machine controls.


• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Engel, Husky, KraussMaffei, Milacron, or similar injection molding machines.


• Knowledge of automotive resins including PP, PC/ABS, Nylon, and engineered thermoplastics.


• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.