Manufacturing Engineer in Leicester

Energy Jobline CVL; Leicester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector seeks a Manufacturing Engineer for a long-term contract in Leicester. The role involves process improvement, project management, and technical assignments related to manufacturing and fabrication. Candidates should have experience in manufacturing environments and demonstrate success in increasing production volume. The position offers competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in Manufacturing of Sheet Metal, Fabrication or Welded assemblies.
• Strong Project management experience with evidence of increased production volume.
• Ability to interpret APQP/PPAP and provide recommendations.
• Demonstrable improvements on Processes & Process optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Developing, analysing and managing Manufacturing/Assembly/Fabrication Projects.
• Leading, developing and supporting Design for Manufacture Best Practices.
• Engaging in creative problem solving for operational issues.
• Coordinating purchase and application of machine tools.

Skills

Manufacturing of Sheet Metal

Project management

APQP/PPAP

Process optimisation

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer required for a long term contract near Leicester (Min 18 Months, likely to become ongoing). Location: Leicester, UK. Contract: 18+ months, possibly ongoing. Pay: £32.50 FCSA Umbrella (inside IR35) or £23.50 PAYE depending on experience and qualification.

Round 21a M1. The Manufacturing Engineer is expected to function as a specialist with respect to a specific technical phase of the process improvement function and which generally falls within the area of Assembly of welded and fabricated machinery. Work assignments may be specialised in nature but may also be broad based with coordination between other staff personnel to complete a larger project. Evaluate projects to define desired results and determine logical approaches. Evaluates such factors as cost, personnel yearly usage, equipment, space, etc. as well as other information needed to determine requirements. Prepares feasibility studies for appropriateness and cost effectiveness and submits recommendations accordingly. Results contribute to the effective management decisions in determining the most efficient processes, methods, machinery, tools, equipment, services and systems needed in the manufacture of product.

Responsibilities

• Developing, analysing and managing Manufacturing/Assembly/Fabrication Projects.
• Strong Project management experience and ability to demonstrate previous project where production has been significantly increased in volume.
• AGV Fleet Experience highly desirable.
• Leading, developing and supporting timely Design for Manufacture Best Practices, Operation Excellence Process Validation Best Practices and Lean Operation Excellence and Manufacturing Best Practices.
• Engaging in creative problem solving to address operational issues including efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, quality concerns (APQP/PPAP experience desirable).
• Working with internal and external suppliers to develop and manage projects to ensure efficient and cost-effective systems and processes to produce quality products.
• Providing the application, procurement, processing, installation and capability of new fabrication, material handling, test, heat treat, welding, painting and/or chemical processes and equipment.
• Designing, developing and implementing integration of manufacturing systems including factory control software, scheduling techniques, simulation and systems application.
• Coordinating, planning, monitoring and reporting activities associated with flow analysis, design, financial modelling and implementation of complex manufacturing group technology cells in an assigned area.
• Coordinating purchase and application of machine tools, controls and related equipment corporate-wide to ensure latest technology is used to increase efficiency and economy of operations.
• Supporting designing complex or intricate jigs and fixtures.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience within Manufacturing of Sheet Metal, Fabrication or Welded assemblies, High Value, Low Volume environment.
• Strong Project management experience and ability to demonstrate previous project where production has been significantly increased in volume.
• APQP/PPAP interpretation & recommendations.
• Demonstrable improvements on Processes & Process optimisation.

This position encompasses process improvement, Process Optimisation, tooling, plant engineering, supplier relationship building, releasing, machine shop, fabrication, assembly, etc. wherever a specific technical assignment may be needed.

Adheres to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, ergonomics, etc. in performing assigned duties.

Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move. If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process.