LabVIEW Electronics Engineer

PUK Penny & Giles Controls Limited; Hurn; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Sensors Division invites an experienced LabVIEW Electronics Engineer to join our Christchurch, Dorset team. You will drive the introduction of new products to production, support existing lines and ensure services are available to production.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering on manufacturing feasibility, testability, and manufacturability, while developing new processes and jigs to improve efficiency and quality. Hybrid work and career development are available.

Qualifications

• HNC/Degree in Engineering discipline (Manufacturing/ Electronics).
• 5+ years in a similar role in electro-mechanical manufacturing (low/med/high volume).
• Computer literate: Word, Excel; knowledge of ERP systems.
• Knowledge of material processing.
• Team player with good communication across departments.
• Electrical fault finding skills; design of test boxes/circuits; LabVIEW understanding.

Responsibilities

• Assist in introduction of new products to production.
• Work with Engineering on DFM/testability/manufacturability issues.
• Develop manufacturing processes and build guides.
• Design and produce assembly jigs and fixtures including electrical test boxes.
• Layout manufacturing cells with tooling and services.
• Support current production and implement process improvements.
• Investigate and solve manufacturing and quality issues.
• Identify new production methods and tooling; design tooling.

Skills

LabVIEW

Electrical fault-finding

Electrical test-box design

Team player

Communication

Manufacturing processes

Lean tools

Automation knowledge

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
• Support Current Production
• 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.

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

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.

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Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments - Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall - we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer

Our Employees: Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.