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Senior Production Engineer

Posted 22 days ago

  • Kingsley Park, Northamptonshire
  • Permanent
  • £50,000 to £56,000 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In 6 days
NexGen Consultancy are currently recruiting for a Senior Production Engineer to join a well established, global brand specialising within the Motorsport sector.

Hours of work: Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm / Friday: 7:30am - 3:30pm

Job Description:

Our client are seeking a motivated individual to join our Manufacturing Team as a Senior Production Engineer.

The Role:

* Design/develop and implement new production methods/jigs/fixtures to support the NPI process.

* Create CNC programs for 3, 4 & 5 axis and mill-turn machines via NX CAM & Vericut.

* Manage the effective release of new products into Production.

* Implement new cutting technologies to improve existing production methods.

* Produce and maintain associated documentation such as Process Instructions, Test Instructions & BOM contents for all product builds.

* Assist with the implementation of staff training programs.

* Manage cost containments.

* Estimating production times & costs.

* Checking BOM’s for structure & content.

* Work with supply chain on potential cost reduction programs.

* Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities.

* Support the Company’s compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018, following policy and best practice.

Candidate Profile:

* Demonstrable experience of programming complex (Automotive or Aerospace) components using a CAD/CAM system, ideally NX.

* Apprentice trained, and achieved a relevant engineering qualification (HNC or higher).

* Demonstrable experience in fixture design with a strong understanding of GD&T.

* A logical approach to problem solving, root cause analysis and countermeasure.

* Strong planning and organization skills, embracing change.

* Experience in the use of Vericut & SAP ERP system would be advantageous.

If you feel you are the right candidate for the role, apply now