Lead Manufacturing Engineer - CNC, Tooling & Data Systems

Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land; Telford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor in Telford is looking for a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to lead a specialized team in a high-precision environment, focusing on CNC programming and tooling strategy. The role involves managing all aspects of people management, adapting CNC programs, and supporting production KPIs. Ideal candidates will have a degree in mechanical engineering and significant leadership experience, particularly in turning and milling processes. The company offers competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment, fostering work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Enhanced annual leave

Flexible working time models

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in manufacturing processes of turning and milling.
• experience in CNC programming and Tool-data-management.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for CNC-Programs and Tools Management for producing large-calibre weapon systems.
• Manage all aspects of people management.
• Support the Production Manager in achieving production KPIs.

Skills

CNC programming

Tool-data management

Leadership

Reading technical drawings

Education

Completed studies in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Tools

TopSolid

Teamcenter

Exapt

Job description

A defense contractor in Telford is looking for a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to lead a specialized team in a high-precision environment, focusing on CNC programming and tooling strategy. The role involves managing all aspects of people management, adapting CNC programs, and supporting production KPIs. Ideal candidates will have a degree in mechanical engineering and significant leadership experience, particularly in turning and milling processes. The company offers competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment, fostering work-life balance.