Product Development jobs in United Kingdom

We are currently recruiting for Manufacturing Engineers to support one of our customers with a role that includes the support of operational activities of the production and assembly departments from concept through to the production of the product and requires a clear understanding of structure, manufacturing, tooling, assembly process and system interaction. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience and seniority. The contract can be for sub-contract labour but staff positions are available for the right candidates. The successful candidates will play a key role in delivering a high-quality service to our client and will be expected to be proactive and self-motivated in delivering the targeted outputs to support the product. The Manufacturing Engineers will report directly to the Programme Delivery Leader (PDL) and will be based at one of our Client\'s sites. Working within the ME team in our Marine Business Unit, successful candidates will join an experienced team, working on varied projects in high-tech and future-oriented industries and undertaking exciting and responsible tasks according to your skills and knowledge, thus expanding your existing know-how.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and problem-solving skills to the manufacturing and assembly teams to help ensure the build quality and relevant standards are achieved in line with the overall programme schedule
• Be the communication line between manufacturing/assembly and engineering ensuring clear and accurate direction is given to the relevant teams
• Become the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for gear profile generation (hobbing, shaping, and profile grinding) and finish grinding (journals & cones/ thrust faces), liaising between the Design Engineering team and the machine tool operators
• Provide guidance of manufacturability of components and capability of the machine tools to ensure a right first time approach is achievable and to support the design projects in design reviews, providing clear input
• Lead PFMEAs; incl. process mapping, risk mitigation and creation/ approval of procedures and protocols
• Interpret technical drawings and create/manufacturing drawings
• Ensure planning and process encompass the Quality Assurance requirements
• Drive Continuous Improvement activities with respect to quality, cycle time and process improvements
• Identify and design bespoke methods and tooling ensuring the relevant Machinery Safety regulations are maintained
• Work closely with representatives from other internal functions, e.g. manufacturing, design engineering and quality and external parties as required (i.e. supply chain, auditors)
• Create works orders and collate tech packs with accurate routings and operations
• Have a good understanding of the implications and practices associated with heat treatment processes

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree or equivalent, with proven practical Engineering & manufacturing knowledge and experience
• Candidates without accredited qualifications will be considered depending upon experience

Essential Skills

• Working knowledge of the manufacturing methods of rotating components including, but not limited to, turning, boring and milling
• Working knowledge of engineering, manufacturing techniques and business systems
• Detailed understanding of dimensional measurement systems and principles
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and create/approve stage manufacturing drawings
• Strong understanding of GD&T
• SAP aware/ user, in context of manufacturing engineering usage
• Good knowledge of gear manufacturing processes and capabilities, high tolerance machining, including pre and post machining operations in a highly regulated environment
• Experience in developing highly technical material handling solutions
• Use of holding and handling jigs and fixtures to perform delicate and high-tolerance operations safely and in a controlled manner
• Demonstrable experience in a manufacturing environment with engineering design and supply chain
• Support prototype build activities with new processes and support evaluative verification
• Knowledge of process control and problem investigation tools (PFMEAs, control plans, RCA, A3, 5 whys)
• Identify, develop and implement innovative ways of working for new product introduction

Desired Skills

• Design for Manufacture (DfM) experience of process, tooling or equipment including requirements capture and presenting at design reviews
• Delivering results and driving innovative change
• Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills
• Understanding of dimensional measurement systems and principles
• Industrialisation experience (factory layouts, tooling deployment etc)
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to make sound technical judgments
• Assertiveness, independent, structured way of working and ability to operate in a multicultural environment
• Excellent communication skills

Experience

• Experience of Manufacturing Processes and standards
• Demonstrable experience in product development and developing manufacturing capability and processes
• Experience defining or updating inspection processes is highly desirable
• Several years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing Techniques, Continuous Improvement, Quality Tools, and Model Based Realisation
• Experience of CNC programming
• Aerospace & Defence experience preferable but Marine & Automotive will be considered
• Proactive team player with a focus on delivery and quality
• Good communicator with professional interactions with both internal and external stakeholders

What Do I Need Before I Apply

• Due to the nature of the project candidates must have or be eligible for UK Security Clearance

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology-loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• ExpleoAcademy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible; Communicating and promoting vacancies; Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job; Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required; Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work

"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive