Lead IPT Manufacturing Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the aerospace sector is seeking a Lead IPT Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead a team of engineers and technicians. This role demands a strong background in new product introduction and a commitment to quality and efficiency in manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for driving design improvements, managing production strategies, and ensuring adherence to aerospace standards. If you have a passion for engineering and leadership, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in aerospace or automotive manufacturing experience.
• Proven leadership of technical teams with strong knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team ensuring product designs meet manufacturing requirements.
• Implement lean methodologies to eliminate waste in design and manufacturing.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Design for Manufacture

APQP & PPAP

PFMEA

CAD Software (CATIA)

Manufacturing Processes

Education

B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering

HND via apprenticeship

Tools

CATIA

Job description

Job Description

Safran Seats, based in the UK, specializes in First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide-body aircraft, with engineering teams located in Cwmbran, Newport, Wales, and Brackley, England.

As the Lead IPT Manufacturing Engineer, you will lead a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians, ensuring product designs meet manufacturing and assembly requirements. A strong background in new product introduction within a manufacturing environment is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support design reviews, communicate issues, and ensure resolution.
2. Drive design for assembly/manufacture improvements, leading lessons learned sessions.
3. Collaborate with engineering to define development build requirements and oversee build processes.
4. Manage make vs. buy decisions, review strategies with procurement, and propose adjustments.
5. Develop production strategies with operations, including CAPEX estimation for tooling.
6. Implement lean methodologies to eliminate waste during design and manufacturing.
7. Ensure timely and quality compilation of APQP & PPAP documentation.
8. Complete PFMEA analyses and stay updated on aerospace standards.
9. Work with systems engineering to integrate validation and verification into project plans.
10. Identify and budget for tools and equipment, considering ergonomic and safety requirements.
11. Plan and achieve industrialization deliverables like PDR, CDR, test builds, PTR, and PPAP.
12. Resolve industrialization and production issues before BOM release.
13. Conduct root cause analyses and organize teams to resolve issues.
14. Review engineering drawings, considering tolerances affecting assembly.
15. Maintain accurate industrialization timing plans, manage resources, and mitigate critical path risks.
16. Ensure programs adhere to schedules and departmental gate reviews.

Job Requirements:

• B.Eng. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering or HND via apprenticeship.
• Minimum 10 years in aerospace or automotive manufacturing.
• Proven leadership of technical teams.
• Experience with company and regulatory standards.
• Strong knowledge of design for manufacture and assembly, manufacturing processes, Lean Six Sigma, APQP & PPAP, PFMEA, and CAD software (including CATIA and interpretation of 2D drawings).

We welcome candidates with diverse experiences who believe they can bring value to this role.