NPI Manufacturing Engineer (Tooling & CNC)

Matchtech Group; Sutton-in-Ashfield; In loco; GBP 28.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Matchtech Group is seeking an experienced NPI Manufacturing Engineer to support the introduction of new products into production and drive improvements in tooling, jigs and machining operations. You will develop manufacturing methods and robust processes from prototype to volume manufacture, working with production, quality and suppliers.

The role suits someone with strong CNC machining and machine shop background, comfortable both on the shop floor and at a CAD workstation, applying practical

Competenze

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in machining environments and working with CNC processes.
• Familiar with GD&T and interpreting engineering drawings.

Mansioni

• Support NPI by translating designs into robust manufacturing processes.
• Design jigs, fixtures and tooling using 3D CAD software.
• Collaborate with CNC programmers and production teams to optimise machining.
• Lead PFMEA and process validation activities.
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, quality and cost.

Conoscenze

CNC machining

DFM reviews

3D CAD

GD&T

Root cause analysis

Manufacturing processes

Lean manufacturing

PFMEA

Formazione

HNC/HND or equivalent

Apprenticeship in Manufacturing Engineering

Strumenti

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Siemens NX

Mastercam

Edgecam

Descrizione del lavoro

NPI Manufacturing Engineer (Tooling & CNC)

Location: Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire

Contract Type: PAYE Contract

Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (DOE)

Hours: Full Time, 40hrs per week

About Our Client

Our client is a leading manufacturer of specialist industrial and marine safety equipment, supplying products to customers across a range of highly regulated industries worldwide.

Due to continued growth and investment in new product development, they are seeking an experienced NPI Manufacturing Engineer to support the introduction of new products into production and drive improvements in manufacturing processes, tooling and machining operations.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer or Tooling Engineer with a strong CNC machining and machine shop background.

Working closely with Production, Quality, Operations and external suppliers, you will play a key role in bringing new products into manufacture. You will be responsible for developing manufacturing methods, designing and improving jigs, fixtures and workholding solutions, supporting CNC machining activities, and ensuring robust production processes are established from prototype through to volume manufacture.

This role would suit someone who is equally comfortable on the shop floor as they are in front of a CAD workstation, with a practical understanding of machining, tooling and manufacturing best practice.

Key Responsibilities

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support the introduction of new products and components into manufacturing.
• Review engineering drawings and CAD models to determine the most effective manufacturing methods.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes from prototype through to production release.
• Carry out Design for Manufacture (DFM) reviews and provide feedback to engineering teams.
• Identify manufacturing risks and implement practical solutions.
• Support production trials and process validation activities.

Tooling, Fixtures & Manufacturing Engineering

• Design and develop jigs, fixtures, tooling, workholding solutions and assembly aids using 3D CAD software.
• Create engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation for tooling and fixtures.
• Develop practical manufacturing solutions that improve safety, efficiency, quality and repeatability.
• Work closely with CNC programmers, machinists and production teams to optimise machining processes.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding tooling, fixtures and subcontract machining requirements.

Manufacturing Support & Continuous Improvement

• Provide day-to-day support for CNC machining and manufacturing operations.
• Investigate and resolve production issues using root cause analysis techniques.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality and cost reduction.
• Support PFMEA, process validation and continuous improvement activities.
• Assist with introducing lean manufacturing and best practice engineering solutions.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• HNC/HND, Apprenticeship or equivalent experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong manufacturing engineering background within a machining environment.
• Experience supporting CNC machining operations, including milling and turning.
• Experience designing jigs, fixtures, tooling or workholding solutions.
• Competent user of 3D CAD software.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances and GD&T.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling selection and manufacturing methodologies.
• Practical problem-solving skills with a hands-on engineering approach.
• Experience working closely with production and machine shop teams.

Desirable

• Apprentice-trained engineer with machine shop experience.
• Experience within low-volume/high-complexity manufacturing environments.
• CAD/CAM knowledge including SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Siemens NX, Mastercam or Edgecam.
• Knowledge of 4-axis and 5-axis machining.
• Experience supporting NPI and product transfer into production.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, PFMEA and FAI activities.

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and be willing to undergo a DBS check