Manufacturing Engineer

HydraForce Hydraulics Ltd; Nechells; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in motion control systems is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to provide engineering support across the manufacturing department, manage projects, and design lean processes. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, and knowledge of CAD systems. This is a permanent position located in Birmingham, with interviews available immediately.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience in project management, delivering on time and to budget.
• Computer literate with sound knowledge of Microsoft packages.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support across manufacturing.
• Manage internal projects to meet objectives.
• Design lean manufacturing cells and layouts.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Lean principles

3D CAD systems proficiency

Hydraulics knowledge

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Creo

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Birmingham
Employment: Permanent
Salary: Competitive

HydraForce, operating from our purpose-built facility in Birmingham, UK, is a global designer and manufacturer of motion control systems and the world's leading manufacturer of hydraulic cartridge valves and custom hydraulic integrated circuits, as well as electronic controls for a variety of off-highway industries.

Job Description for Manufacturing Engineer

• To provide full engineering and technical support across the manufacturing department to ensure that production operating levels are achieved and maintained.
• Manage internal projects within agreed timeframes and to budget, to achieve agreed objectives and meet business needs.
• Produce and maintain relevant internal documentation to company standards, ensuring they are clear, concise and understandable for all users.
• Generate, develop and update Process Control Plans (PCPs), Visual Control Plans (VCPs), Test Control Plans (TCPs), FMEAs and SOP's.
• Design and develop lean manufacturing cells, through analysis of process needs to include process assembly and test equipment. Work with Manufacturing Services to ensure factory layouts are kept up-to-date and meet business requirements as practices change and evolve.
• Design and develop assembly and testing fixtures to meet the departmental needs, liaising with the Manufacturing Services staff when required to arrange fabrication.
• Identify and lead cost reduction and process efficiency improvement activities, including provision of relevant documentation relating to cost savings and proposed efficiencies.
• Support prototype builds ensuring that all special requirements are met within agreed timescales.
• Support NPI activities.
• Identify, justify and implement improvement opportunities.
• Use statistical tools to validate new processes or equipment or changes to existing processes or equipment.
• Specify and purchase facilities to aid production, liaising with relevant internal departments where necessary obtaining best value to meet production needs.

Qualifications for Manufacturing Engineer

• HNC/HND or Degree level in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Proven experience of working in a fast paced, manufacturing environment.
• Experienced in managing projects, delivering on time and within budget.
• Excellent working knowledge of 3D CAD systems - Creo advantageous.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and/or pneumatics advantageous.
• Thorough understanding and experience in application of lean principles, including Kaizen, 5s and Kanban.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literate, with sound knowledge of Microsoft packages.
• Familiar with ISO 9001, knowledge of ISO 14001 would be advantageous.
• CAD skills, AutoCAD or Pro‑E/Creo experience.

Interviews available immediately for most suitable Manufacturing Engineer candidates.