Manufacturing Engineer

Job Requirements Role Title: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Sunderland, UK Reporting to: Project Manager PURPOSE OF THE ROLE Provide manufacturing engineering solutions in the areas of Build in Quality (BiQ) by identifying the need for process control before producing parts thus preventing non-conformance by error proofing or by detecting the causes of non-conformance and stopping the process before a defect occurs. Provide Engineering support to customers to trouble shoot and resolve technical problems. Drive improvements in all related manufacturing processes including those related to products, equipment and product quality for customers.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES Understand the engineering definitions and sequential process for better results in achieving Right at first time Good decision making capabilities in preparation of process Sound knowledge in new product introduction in line with the Manufacturing launch plan Ability to create characteristic matrix and identify feature based severity and key process variables Ability To Interpret GD&T From model based definition and legacy drawings Ability to read and understand specifications and standards Work with cross-functional teams, local experts, partners and suppliers to ensure technical aspects of manufacturing processes are understood and accounted for as required and create and implement PFMEA Good understanding of key processes, controlling methods, methods of measurement, inspection strategy to create and implement control Plans / Inspection Plans Conduct supplier audits to drive process standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement Support the investigation of all non-conformance reports and all responses using proven problem solving methodology Ability to analyse shop floor data in the form of various RFT data, RAG charts, six pack analysis reports and suggest process improvements and fool proof methods for non-conformance reduction Ability to create charts using Minitab Ability to integrate the various BiQ tools with other processes such as Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) Ability to review and approve fairs and PPAP as part of process and product validation Thorough understanding of APQP process PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Customer Focus Problem Solving Ability Good Communication in English (oral & written) Team Player Self-Motivated & a Self-Starter