Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Cicor Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cicor Hartlepool Ltd in Hartlepool, UK, is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to oversee manufacturing processes for PCBA, sub-assemblies and box builds, and to help supervise a team of engineers and technicians toward production targets.

You will implement Lean, drive continuous improvement, collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure compliance with quality standards, and act as a technical leader in electronic manufacturing in the absence of the Engineering Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in electronic manufacturing with supervisory/leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of SMT, PCB assembly, box build and process capability.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, refine, and optimize manufacturing processes for PCBA, sub assemblies and box builds.
• Collaborate with customers on manufacturability and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Implement Lean manufacturing to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Lead and develop the manufacturing engineering team to meet production targets.
• Drive continuous improvement and quality through cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Communication

Team management

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

Project management

CAD/CAM

SAP

MES

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Chartered status (advantage)

Tools

CAD/CAM software

SAP

MES

Job description

Reporting to the Head of Engineering the Senior Manufacturing Engineer in our contract electronic manufacturing facility, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the manufacturing processes, ensuring efficient production, high-quality output, and adherence to safety standards. Your expertise will be crucial in optimizing manufacturing procedures, resolving technical challenges, and helping to supervise a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians to achieve production targets. This role requires a combination of technical knowledge, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, enhance processes, and uphold our commitment to excellence in electronic manufacturing. You will be the point of contact for decision making when the Engineering Manager is absent, integrating into the team with a view to taking on a working supervisory role for a team of manufacturing Engineers.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Process Development And Optimization

• Design, develop, refine, and optimize manufacturing processes for PCBA’s, sub assemblies and box builds, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and scalability, in New Product Introduction (NPI) as well as legacy production lines.
• Collaborate with customers to ensure manufacturability of products, providing input on design for manufacturability (DFM) principles, especially in NPI.
• Implement Lean manufacturing principles to streamline workflows, minimize waste, and improve overall efficiency.
• Conduct thorough analysis of existing processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions to enhance productivity and quality.

Technical Leadership And Problem Solving

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the manufacturing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in production processes, facilitating root cause analysis with the quality team and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Act as a subject matter expert on electronic manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment, offering insights and recommendations to resolve complex challenges.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in electronic manufacturing, incorporating relevant advancements into our processes and workflows.

Team Management And Development

• Delegate tasks effectively, aligning responsibilities with team members' skills and capabilities to optimize productivity and efficiency.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting open communication, teamwork, and knowledge sharing among team members.

Quality Assurance And Compliance

• Maintain rigorous quality control measures and standards throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and customer requirements.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to monitor adherence to quality standards, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to investigate and address non-conformities, implementing corrective and preventive actions to mitigate risks and improve product quality.
• Drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement, instilling a sense of ownership and accountability for quality throughout the organization.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including health and safety, operations, supply chain, and quality, to ensure alignment of manufacturing activities with overall business objectives.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and project teams, providing valuable input and expertise to support decision-making and problem-solving efforts.
• Engage with suppliers and external partners to evaluate new technologies, materials, and processes, identifying opportunities for collaboration and innovation.
• Champion collaborative initiatives aimed at improving cross-functional communication, coordination, and synergy to drive organizational success.

Continuous Improvement And Innovation

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes, leveraging data-driven analysis and performance metrics to identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.
• Lead cost reduction efforts, process enhancements, and efficiency improvements to maximize operational effectiveness and profitability.
• Implement best practices, tools, and methodologies for continuous improvement, such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard deviations, Process Capability and normalised distributions, to drive operational excellence and enhance competitiveness, analysis of process data and results to highlight areas of concern and improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical; advanced degree or chartered status is a plus.
• Proven experience in electronic manufacturing, with a senior or supervisory elemement.
• Strong technical expertise in electronic assembly processes, including surface mount technology (SMT), through-hole assembly, soldering techniques, PCB assembly, box build and process capability.
• Proficiency in Lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and quality management systems (ISO 9001, IPC standards or other more regulated standard).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a track record of implementing innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards applicable to electronic manufacturing (e.g., WEEE, RoHS, REACH, UL, CE).
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software, SAP systems, and manufacturing execution systems (MES) , measurement Analysis systems preferred.

Cicor Hartlepool Ltd

Stephen House

Tofts Farm Industrial Estate East, Brenda Road

Hartlepool, TS25 2BQ

United Kingdom