Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Systems & Controls)

DART Aerospace; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes through advanced automation and industry 4.0 technologies. The role demands expertise in PLC programming and electrical systems, aiming to boost efficiency and quality in aerospace manufacturing. You will lead projects, apply lean principles, and collaborate with teams to solve complex problems. Join a passionate team dedicated to excellence in the aerospace sector, where your contributions will shape the future of manufacturing and drive operational success. If you are ready to take on challenges and make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Generous Salary Sacrifice Pension Provision

Competitive Company Sick Pay Entitlement

9 Day Working Fortnight

Access to Retail Vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

Health 365 Access 24/7 Care

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Manufacturing or Production Engineering.
• Expertise in PLC programming and automated systems integration.
• Strong understanding of Lean principles and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on electrical/electronics for complex solutions.
• Lead the definition and evaluation of manufacturing processes.
• Implement improvements using DMAIC principles and lean methodologies.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

PLC Programming

Lean Principles

Project Management

Electrical/Electronics Expertise

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Time Served Apprenticeship

Tools

SCADA Systems

OEE Systems

DMAIC Principles

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Systems & Controls)

Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Systems & Controls)

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Airport Service Rd, Portsmouth PO3 5PE, United Kingdom

Reports to: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

About us

F.P.T. Industries Ltd is an aerospace manufacturing facility part of the DART Aerospace Group. Here we are passionate about delivering quality technologies across a number of safety-orientated products in commercial and defense aerospace sectors. With a rich history in manufacturing excellence, we pride ourselves on delivering high standards of service across all of our site-based disciplines from the valued manufacturing of the products to the support functions, which enable our success. We embody our robust organizational values in our daily activities in order to maintain and flourish within an engaged workplace culture.

Job Summary

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Systems and Controls) is responsible for the delivery of robust, capable manufacturing process through the introduction of PLC and industry 4.0 technology. The candidate will provide expert knowledge on machinery, processes and automation to support the Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance teams. The Senior ME will support the identification of projects through their analysis and understanding of the key issues and opportunities, and will then manage the projects, using data and structured problem solving techniques. This role is crucial to develop the future readiness of the site.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on electrical/electronics to deliver solutions to complex problems.
• Lead the definition of manufacturing facilities and equipment requirements for the introduction of new or upgraded facilities and equipment.
• Evaluate and develop manufacturing processes and controls to improve quality and product throughput, and reduce cost.
• Completion of Electrical/Electronic process improvement initiatives.
• Support the maintenance teams to reduce downtime and improvement efficiency of equipment.
• Incorporation of SCADA based technology and systems.
• Introduction of embedded process analytics.
• Introduction of networked OEE systems, Short Interval Control.
• Use of DMAIC principles to implement improvements, and to present projects to the teams and stakeholders.
• Applying lean principles to identify and reduce waste, and optimize processes.
• Designing and developing tools and equipment.
• Interface with customers and suppliers.
• Effective Project management.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Manufacturing / Maintenance / Production Engineering or similar.
• Experience in the embedding of automated systems.
• Experience in PLC programming – Siemens preferred.
• Knowledge of SCADA based systems and integration.
• Familiarity with the implementation of OEE systems.
• Understanding of industry 4.0 technologies.
• Knowledge and familiarity with condition based monitoring.
• Understanding of Lean Principles and experienced in driving process improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing projects, using problem solving skills and root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, able to develop formal reports and documents; and confident presenting them to internal and external stakeholders.
• HNC/HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering/ time served apprenticeship with relevant experience.
• Experience working within Aerospace industry standards including AS9100 Quality Systems (Desired).
• Green Belt Lean Six Sigma (Desired).

Working Hours

• 07:30 - 16:15: Monday-Thursday
• 07:30 - 16:00: Fridays
• (Every other Friday is a non-working day)

Additional Benefits

• Generous Salary Sacrifice Pension Provision.
• Competitive Company Sick Pay Entitlement.
• 9 Day working Fortnight.
• Access to Retail Vouchers Via Perks at work.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health 365 Access 24/7 Care when you need it most via spectrum life.
• Cycle to Work Scheme supplied by Blackhawk Network.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing

Industries: Airlines and Aviation, Aerospace Component Manufacturing