Manufacturing Engineer- Production Processes and Equipment

GE Aerospace; Bishop's Cleeve; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Manufacturing Engineer in the Military Power Programs team. This role focuses on enhancing manufacturing processes through innovative technologies and design principles. You will collaborate across functions to ensure compliance and improve product quality while addressing operational challenges. With a commitment to process improvement and safety, you'll be at the forefront of driving efficiency and excellence in manufacturing. Embrace a flexible working environment that values work-life balance and offers a range of benefits tailored to your needs.

Benefits

Performance-based annual bonus

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

26 days holiday with flexible options

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Proven experience in Manufacturing Engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documentation for manufacturing processes and implement technical changes.
• Analyze processes to improve quality metrics and reduce waste.

Skills

Process Improvement

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Electrical Manufacturing Processes

Mechanical Manufacturing Processes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

AS9102 Compliance

Job description

Job Description Summary

Engineering associated with the manufacturing process. Accountable for the quality of own work. Subject to direct operations supervision/prescribed work instructions/systems checking. Executes within a well-defined operations framework. There is generally a step by step sequence of standard operational tasks which need to be followed to achieve an end result.

Job Description

Role Summary

We are actively recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Military Power Programs team in Cheltenham. As a function we support a swing shift operation, it may be requested that this role adopts these working hours.

This role would suit a conscientious driven engineer with a passion for process improvement & control. Working cross-functionally with engineering & operations, you will be responsible for introducing leading manufacturing technologies & design for manufacture principles. To be successful, you’ll ideally have an awareness of electrical & mechanical manufacturing processes.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare documentation for new and existing manufacturing processes, e.g. Build manuals, control plans and PFMEA’s.
• Implement technical engineering changes and assure product compliance by means of first article inspection to AS9102 requirements.
• Establish process capabilities and monitor to ensure the manufacture of repeatable products.
• Analyse processes and identify/report on activities that eliminate safety risks, improve quality metrics (e.g. defect reduction, yield improvement) and reduce waste (e.g. time and cost) using lean techniques.
• Investigate quality issues and operational bottlenecks to root cause and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve flow.
• Compliance of processes to relevant company and industry policies and regulations.
• Point of contact for area of manufacturing facility, working with Operational personnel to manage and implement improvements.
• Review new product designs for manufacturability.
• Review and update Engineering procedures and or Quality Standards following updates within the wider industry.
• Work as part of wider Manufacturing Engineering team to evaluate and purchase capital equipment.
  
  

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or equivalent work experience)
• Proven experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role.
• Process control documentation and procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of electrical & mechanical manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of Aviation regulatory requirements.
• Six Sigma Awareness and Lean Manufacturing Principals would be advantageous.
  
  

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Performance based annual bonus
• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
  
  

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No