Manufacturing Engineer

About the role: 

We're looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic production team at our manufacturing facility. In this role, you'll help optimise manufacturing processes, work closely with project engineers to resolve production challenges, and provide hands-on support in producing our high-performance cooling components. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Work within our production team, executing tasks and processes to manufacture high performance cooling system products. 
• Participate in production activities involving specialised tools and machinery, requiring precision fitting, alignment, and adjustment of aluminium components and tubes to tight tolerances. 
• Develop an understanding of PWR components, and, over time, apply engineering principles and analytical problem-solving skills to improve manufacturing processes. 
• Operate and maintain a variety of specialised production tools. 
• Responsible for product and process R&D – levering on PWR’s current technology and  capability 
• Improve manufacturing efficiency through the analysis and planning of workflows, space requirements and equipment layouts 
• Ensure product quality through the design of testing methods 
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analysing, and summarising information and trends. 
• Provides manufacturing engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services. 
• Communication and coordination with global team 
• Enter relevant information into PWR’s ERP system. 
• Collaborate within a team environment, effectively communicating with colleagues to monitor progress and ensure successful completion of assigned projects. 
• Manage time effectively and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.  
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality and support Quality Systems and ISO requirements. 
• Maintain and repair equipment to ensure it’s operational 
• Manage relationships with maintenance and service professionals 
• Train and guide technicians in the design and development of projects 
• Keep up with professional and technical knowledge, attend educational workshops, trade  shows, etc

What We’re Looking For: 

• Proven experience in optimising manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Minimum awareness of CAD modelling to enable them to work closely with the Design Engineers to model manufacturing tool and fixtures 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in diagnosing and resolving production issues, improving production workflows, and minimising downtime. 
• Understanding of manufacturing technologies, machinery, and production equipment. Experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a wide variety of tools and machines used in the manufacturing process. 
• Experience in managing production-related projects, including planning, execution, resource allocation, and ensuring that production goals are met on time and within budget. 
• A strong focus on precision and quality, with experience working to tight tolerances and ensuring high quality outputs in every aspect of the production process. 
• Proven ability to work effectively within a team, collaborating with cross-functional departments such as design, engineering, and quality control. Strong communication skills to relay production issues, updates, and progress. 
• Experience in maintaining a safe production environment and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced  manufacturing environment. Experience in adapting to shifting production schedules and handling  high-pressure situations. 

Manufacturing Engineer Qualifications and Skills 

• Strong analytical skills 
• Excellent problem-solving skills 
• Takes initiative 
• Relevant technological knowledge 
• Ability to lead and work independently 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Proven Microsoft office  

How to Apply: 

To apply for this career-changing opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you're interested in joining PWR. We look  forward to hearing from you.

Your application will only be considered if you meet the following criteria:

You have 5 years experience in a similar role
You have the relevant qualifications as specified above
You currently have permission to work in the UK