Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Computerworld Personnel Ltd; Portishead Point; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious company in Wiltshire is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to oversee design and production processes. The role offers autonomy, with responsibilities including CAD design, CNC programming, and compliance with Health and Safety legislation. Applicants should have relevant engineering qualifications and experience in a manufacturing setting, with a desirable background in woodworking.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Quarterly bonus

Free onsite parking

Training

Pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role.
• Background in woodworking or wood-based manufacturing is desirable.
• Proficient in producing CAD drawings for manufacture.

Responsibilities

• Design for manufacture of loudspeaker cabinets using CAD software.
• Program CNC Routing machines and oversee maintenance.
• Lead new product introductions from prototyping to production.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

CAD proficiency

Experience with CAM software

Education

BSc in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AlphaCam

Job description

Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Chippenham
£46,000 - £50,000 + Bonuses + Training + Benefits

Great opportunity to join a prestigious company based in Wiltshire, in a varied engineering role where you are afforded complete autonomy.

The role:

Reporting directly to the MD/ owner.
Design for manufacture of loudspeaker cabinets using CAD software.
Program CNC Routing machines.
Produce accurate and timely quotes for customers based on design specifications and production costs.
Oversee the maintenance and servicing of machinery, including managing outsourced maintenance services.
Design and implement jigs and fixtures to improve manufacturing efficiency and consistency.
Provide day-to-day guidance and support to workshop operatives on manufacturing procedures.
Lead new product introductions from prototyping to production.
Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety legislation and promote a culture of safety across the team.

The candidate:

AlphaCam - experience desirable.
Relevant engineering qualifications - BSc in mechanical Engineering.
Proven experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role.
Proficiency in producing CAD drawings for manufacture. AutoCAD.
Experience with CAM software and creating CNC programs.
Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on mindset.
Background in woodworking or wood-based manufacturing - Desirable.

The Benefits:

Annual bonus scheme.

Seperate bonus paid quarterly.

Free onsite parking.

Training.

Pension.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

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