Manufacturing Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer for a 12-month fixed term contract in Bath. The role involves providing manufacturing solutions, constructing method operations sheets, and leading the installation of new capital expenditure. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and extensive knowledge of CNC processes and SolidWorks. This position offers a salary of 45k-48k.

Qualifications

• Degree level or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline.
• Extensive knowledge of CNC machining processes.
• Experience of SolidWorks 3D CAD Design software and ideally Solid CAM.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide manufacturing solutions to a cost and time effective plan.
• Construct process method operations sheets.
• Provide working drawings using SolidWorks to support fixture design.
• Lead the installation, commission and acceptance of new capital expenditure.

Skills

CNC machining processes

SolidWorks 3D CAD Design

Solid CAM

Lean Manufacturing techniques

Continuous Improvement techniques

Education

Degree in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

12-month fixed term contract initially

45k- 48k

Bath area

If you are you a skilled manufacturing engineer with a background in engineering and machining processes, then this could be ideal for you.

The company design and develop innovative mechanical solutions for a range of equipment for the defence sector and are looking for a talented individual with a passion for engineering excellence and a strong desire to make a meaningful impact.

This will be a 12-month fixed term contract initially with the potential to extend further

This would suite someone with experience working with CNC machines including programming and proving out manufacturing methods. This exciting role will give you the chance to work on new technology development and new products introduction products so for full details please apply online and one of the team and Reed will be in touch.

Job Role

Provide manufacturing solutions to a cost and time effective plan.

Construct process method operations sheet to include inspection, machining, heat treatment and finishes for manufacturing.

Provide working stage drawings to support shop-floor Manufacturing.

Provide CNC programs for CNC Machines, (Milling, Lathes, Mill-Turns & Wire cutting EDM), using SolidCam system.

Prove out manufacturing methods on CNC Machines and hand over to the operations function.

Design jigs & fixtures to enable cost effective and efficient manufacturing processes.

Provide working drawings using Solid Works System to support fixture design.

Prepare Bills of Materials using customer drawing data.

Work alongside approved sub contract machinist to ensure there are no manufacturing or quality issues with products and set up mirrored production methods where projects deem it necessary.

Support the supply chain function in supplier development of sub contract machinists.

Lead the installation, commission and acceptance of new capital expenditure.

Skills and Experience

Degree level or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline.

Extensive knowledge of CNC machining processes.

Experience of SolidWorks 3D CAD Design software and ideally Solid CAM

Extensive knowledge and experience in the practical application of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement techniques, including 5S, 8 Wastes, 7 Quality tools, TPM and Statistical Process Capability.

Ability to work at pace in a multi-project environment.

For full detail please apply online and we will be in touch