Manufacturing Engineer

Hendrick Motorsport; Rugby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Hendrick Motorsport as a Manufacturing Engineer, where you'll optimise our cutting-edge cooling products' manufacturing processes in a dynamic environment. Be part of a team dedicated to maintaining high standards of quality while innovating in a fast-paced industry focused on electric and aerospace technologies.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role required.
• Experience in optimising manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency.
• Understanding of manufacturing technologies and production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Optimise manufacturing processes and resolve production challenges.
• Collaborate with project engineers and support production tasks.
• Conduct R&D on products and processes to improve manufacturing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Initiative

Communication skills

Precision

Education

Relevant manufacturing qualifications

Tools

CAD modelling

Microsoft Office

Job description

PWR Advanced Cooling Technology, a true success story that began with a father and son's vision. Withrelentless passion and dedication, we have become a leading manufacturer of cutting-edge automotivecooling products. We are a renowned name in top-tier global motorsports, and we've grown into apowerhouse with over 550 talented staff across Australia, America, and the UK, now listed on the ASX stockexchange. Join our vibrant team in our state-of-the-art facility. Be part of our rapid growth, shaping the futureof our traditional markets and venturing into thrilling industries such as electric, aerospace, and defence.

About the role:

We're looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic production team at our manufacturingfacility. In this role, you'll help optimise manufacturing processes, work closely with project engineersto resolve production challenges, and provide hands-on support in producing our high-performancecooling components.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work within our production team, executing tasks and processes to manufacture high-performance cooling system products.
• Participate in production activities involving specialised tools and machinery, requiringprecision fitting, alignment, and adjustment of aluminium components and tubes to tighttolerances.
• Develop an understanding of PWR components, and, over time, apply engineering principlesand analytical problem-solving skills to improve manufacturing processes.
• Operate and maintain a variety of specialised production tools.
• Responsible for product and process R&D – levering on PWR’s current technology and capability
• Improve manufacturing efficiency through the analysis and planning of workflows, space requirements and equipment layouts
• Ensure product quality through the design of testing methods
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analysing, and summarising information and trends.
• Provides manufacturing engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services.
• Communication and coordination with global team
• Enter relevant information into PWR’s ERP system.
• Collaborate within a team environment, effectively communicating with colleagues to monitor progress and ensure successful completion of assigned projects.
• Manage time effectively and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality and support Quality Systems and ISO requirements.
• Maintain and repair equipment to ensure it’s operational
• Manage relationships with maintenance and service professionals
• Train and guide technicians in the design and development of projects
• Keep up with professional and technical knowledge, attend educational workshops, trade shows, etc

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in optimising manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Minimum awareness of CAD modelling to enable them to work closely with the Design Engineers to model manufacturing tool and fixtures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in diagnosing and resolving production issues, improving production workflows, and minimising downtime.
• Understanding of manufacturing technologies, machinery, and production equipment. Experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a wide variety of tools and machines used in the manufacturing process.
• Experience in managing production-related projects, including planning, execution, resource allocation, and ensuring that production goals are met on time and within budget.
• A strong focus on precision and quality, with experience working to tight tolerances and ensuring high- quality outputs in every aspect of the production process.
• Proven ability to work effectively within a team, collaborating with cross-functional departments such as design, engineering, and quality control. Strong communication skills to relay production issues, updates, and progress.
• Experience in maintaining a safe production environment and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Experience in adapting to shifting production schedules and handling high-pressure situations.

Manufacturing Engineer Qualifications and Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Takes initiative
• Relevant technological knowledge
• Ability to lead and work independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven Microsoft office

How to Apply:

To apply for this career-changing opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing yourexperience and why you're interested in joining PWR. We lookforward to hearing from you.

Please Note Before Applying:

To ensure your application is considered, please only apply if you meet all of the following criteria:

• You have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role
• You hold the relevant qualifications as specified in the job description
• You currently have the legal right to work in the UK – we are not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time

Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be progressed.