Manufacturing Engineer - Body Structures

Apex Resource Management; Woodford Halse; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Woodford Halse is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in Body Structures to enhance their processes within a luxury automotive brand. Key responsibilities include developing high-quality manufacturing processes, collaborating with quality teams, and supporting new vehicle programs. The role offers a competitive salary of £50,000, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Health and Wellbeing Support

Team events such as Goodwood's Festival of Speed

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive manufacturing processes within fabrication and body structures.
• Ability to develop and implement high-quality, safe manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes.
• Conduct measurement activities for build processes.
• Create and manage detailed project plans.
• Analyse and optimise existing production processes.
• Collaborate with quality teams on inspection procedures.

Skills

Proficiency with CAD systems and tooling design

Experience using Creaform, Metrolog, CAM2, and PolyWorks

Strong technical writing skills

Job description

Join the Pinnacle of Automotive Craftsmanship as a Manufacturing Engineer! Are you ready to drive innovation and shape the future of automotive classic luxury?

We are seeking a dynamic Automotive Manufacturing Engineer within a Body & Fabrication discipline to join a prestigious luxury automotive brand near Daventry with a focus on Fabrication, Metrology and Body Structures.

Embrace a role that not only offers a salary in the region of £50,000 per annum but also promises a career within an industry-leading organisation where quality supersedes speed and attention to detail is paramount to deliver iconic, flawless and bespoke vehicles to a number of customers.

Why Join the Team

• Inclusive and Supportive Team: Join a team with a great attitude and a family culture in a modern, bright, and airy facility.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a Day Shift schedule from Monday to Friday.
• Competitive Compensation: Benefit from a salary in the region of £50,000 per annum + multiple Benefits.

The Manufacturing Engineer - Body Structures Opportunity

Due to continuous growth, they are expanding their team and seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to focus on the Body Structure, Fabrication and Metrology area of the process.

As a key player, you will contribute to the development of manufacturing processes, revolutionising the way they build their vehicles within a low-volume environment.

Be at the forefront of new model launches and engineering changes, offering crucial support in enhancing Project Management, Safety, Quality, Cost Management, and Product Delivery.

Responsibilities of the Manufacturing Engineer - Body Structures

• Develop and implement efficient, high-quality, safe, and cost-effective manufacturing processes for automotive components within fabrication and body structure areas.
• Conduct measurement activities to support build processes, including calibration and verification of jigs and tooling.
• Create and manage detailed project plans and timelines to support restoration and production activities.
• Analyse and optimise existing production processes to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance productivity.
• Oversee tooling requirements, oversee tooling requirements for process areas. Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely procurement, maintenance, and readiness of jigs and fixtures.
• Collaborate with quality teams to develop and implement inspection procedures and quality checkpoints throughout production stages.
• Support prototype/launch build phases for new vehicle programs by providing fabrication expertise and working closely with Engineering and Launch teams.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency with CAD systems and tooling design.
• Experience using Creaform, Metrolog, CAM2, and PolyWorks for measurement and analysis.
• Strong technical writing skills, with experience in creating and maintaining detailed engineering documentation.

What's in it for You

• Comprehensive Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays, Health and Wellbeing Support, and more.
• Perks: Enjoy breakfast rolls on Thursdays, free parking, on-site coffee machines, and team events such as Goodwood's Festival of Speed.
• Motorsport Enthusiast? Get the opportunity for free/discounted tickets to motorsport events in the local area.

Apply Today

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now with your CV and become a vital part of their journey. Your application will be treated with the utmost confidence. If shortlisted, a member of our team will contact you to discuss the role in more detail.