LabVIEW Electronics Engineer

Curtiss-Wright; Hurn; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement with employer match

Learning & development

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright seeks a LabVIEW Electronics Engineer for its Christchurch, Dorset site. You will introduce new products to production, support current lines and ensure services are available to production.

Key tasks include DFM/testability coordination, developing manufacturing processes, and designing tooling and fixtures. Solid experience with LabVIEW and electro-mechanical manufacturing is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a similar role in low/medium/high volume electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Strong LabVIEW software understanding.
• Electrical fault finding skills.
• Electrical design of test boxes and circuits.

Responsibilities

• Assist in introduction of new products to production.
• Work with Engineering on DFM/testability/manufacturability issues and design of new products.
• Develop manufacturing processes and build guides.
• Design and produce assembly jigs and fixtures including electrical test boxes.
• Layout manufacturing cells with tooling and services.
• Identify new production methods and tooling and implement improvements.
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing and quality issues.
• Take ownership for departmental projects and ensure services are available to production.

Skills

LabVIEW

Electrical fault finding

Test box design

Electrical design

ERP systems

SolidWorks

MS Excel

MS Word

Education

HNC/Degree in Engineering (Manufacturing/Electronics)

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Word

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for a LabVIEW Electronics Engineer to join our Christchurch, Dorset team!

As a LabVIEW Electronics Engineer for our Christchurch location, you will be responsible for the introduction of new products to production, support current production lines and ensure services are always available to production.

Location: Christchurch, Dorset

We Take Care of Our People

• Work-life balance through our Hybrid working, flexitime program and condensed work week (role dependent)
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement with Employer Match
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Competitive Pay
• Bonus Scheme
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

• Assist in Introduction of new products to production
• Actively work with Engineering on all DFM/testability/manufacturability issues and design of new products
• Develop new manufacturing processes and build guides
• Design and produce assembly jigs and fixtures including electrical test boxes
• Layout manufacturing cells with all tooling and services
• Suggest and implement improvements to current production processes
• Investigate and solve manufacturing problems
• Investigate Quality problems caused by build and external suppliers
• Identify new production methods and tooling
• Design and prototype tooling
• Update Existing Build guides in line with improvements and Engineering changes
• Investigate faults identified by other departments and recommend action to prevent reoccurrence
• Lean tools knowledge and experience (5S, continuous improvement, etc)
• Automation knowledge
• Take ownership for departmental projects
• Ensure services available to production at all times and equipment available and safe to use

What You Bring

• HNC/Degree Engineering discipline (Manufacturing/ /Electronics)
• 5+ years' experience in a similar role in Low/medium/high volume Electro-mechanical manufacturing environment (Less experience/other industry considered)
• Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, Solidworks)
• Knowledge of ERP systems
• Knowledge of material processing processes
• Team player - Can work as part of a dynamic team.
• Good communication skills with all levels of staff across all departments
• Electrical fault finding skills
• Electrical design of test boxes and circuits
• Understanding of LabView software

Who We Are

With over 50 years of experience in aviation technology, Curtiss-Wright's Sensors Division is continuing the legacy of flight innovation, providing critical components on a variety of commercial, defense and industrial platforms. From solenoid valves and sensors, to linear and rotary actuators, we work closely with systems integrators to deliver the most reliable products on the market.

The state-of-the-art facility has extensive design and manufacturing capabilities as well as in-house environmental stress screening. The facility is committed to quality and excellence in manufacturing for our flight recorder, air data computer, video management systems, computing systems, mission displays and video recorder products.

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

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Compliance Statement

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.