Methods Engineer - Lean Manufacturing & Process Optimisation

Wabtec; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec seeks an experienced Methods Engineer for our Birkenhead site to optimise assembly and manufacturing processes. You will design robust work flows and provide cost-effective manufacturing methods for both new and existing programs, acting as the liaison with the Engineering team.

The role requires an engineering qualification, Lean experience, MRP familiarity, and strong problem-solving skills. You’ll read drawings, install tooling, and lead improvement projects to ensure efficient

Qualifications

• HNC/Degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.
• Production/Methods Engineering in production environments.
• Experience in Lean environments.
• MRP experience; use of QRQC, 5Y, Ishikawa, 8D tools.
• IT literate with MS applications.
• Strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as key link between Operations and Engineering teams.
• Provide cost-effective manufacturing systems for new and existing programs.
• Study methods to optimise assembly and manufacturing processes and implement improvements.
• Design and install tools, fixtures and jigs for manufacturing.
• Read and evaluate drawings for assembly and manufacture.
• Review new technologies to improve capacity and quality.
• Develop business cases and present recommendations to management.
• Lead improvement projects and present to managers and staff.
• Investigate complex production problems and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Engineering degree

Health & Safety knowledge

Lean environment experience

MRP experience

Problem-solving tools

IT literate

Presentation skills

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Wabtec seeks an experienced Methods Engineer for our Birkenhead site to optimise assembly and manufacturing processes. You will design robust work flows and provide cost-effective manufacturing methods for both new and existing programs, acting as the liaison with the Engineering team.

The role requires an engineering qualification, Lean experience, MRP familiarity, and strong problem-solving skills. You’ll read drawings, install tooling, and lead improvement projects to ensure efficient