Manufacturing Engineer - Nasmyth Coventry Ltd
22 hours ago
Coventry
Location: Nasmyth Coventry Ltd, Coventry Road, Exhall, Coventry, CV7 9FT Job type: Full Time/Permanent Salary:£60,000 pa Hours per week: 37 per week Start & finish times: Mon - Thurs - 7.30am - 4pm Fri - 7.30am - 12.30pm About the company: Nasmyth is a leading supplier to the aviation industry, manufacturing everything from airframe assemblies to engines. We also specialise in instrumentation components for commercial airliners, business jets, military aircraft, helicopters and much more. Key responsibilities and Accountabilities include; Manufacturing Process Development: • Collaborate with customer design and engineering teams to develop efficient manufacturing processes for aerospace components, ensuring adherence to industry standards and specifications., • Conduct feasibility studies and analyse technical requirements to determine the most suitable manufacturing methods, tools, and equipment., • Perform as the subject matter expert for the site in all processes related to fabrication including sheet metal, assembly, welding., • Design and optimize manufacturing layouts, Routings, SOP’s, assembly processes, and production sequences to enhance productivity, quality, and safety., • Identify areas for process improvement and implement innovative solutions to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize waste in the manufacturing process., • Perform root cause analysis of production issues, implement corrective actions, and monitor the effectiveness of process improvements., • Stay updated with the latest advancements in aerospace manufacturing technologies and methodologies, applying relevant techniques to enhance manufacturing capabilities., • Quality Assurance:, • Develop and implement quality control plans and procedures to ensure compliance with customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards., • Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify quality gaps, analyse data, and drive corrective and preventive actions., • Collaborate with quality teams to resolve quality-related issues and implement robust quality control measures throughout the manufacturing process. Location: Nasmyth Coventry Ltd, Coventry Road, Exhall, Coventry, CV7 9FT Job type: Full Time/Permanent Salary:£60,000 pa Hours per week: 37 per week Start & finish times: Mon - Thurs - 7.30am - 4pm Fri - 7.30am - 12.30pm About the company: Nasmyth is a leading supplier to the aviation industry, manufacturing everything from airframe assemblies to engines. We also specialise in instrumentation components for commercial airliners, business jets, military aircraft, helicopters and much more. Key responsibilities and Accountabilities include; Manufacturing Process Development: • Collaborate with customer design and engineering teams to develop efficient manufacturing processes for aerospace components, ensuring adherence to industry standards and specifications., • Conduct feasibility studies and analyse technical requirements to determine the most suitable manufacturing methods, tools, and equipment., • Perform as the subject matter expert for the site in all processes related to fabrication including sheet metal, assembly, welding., • Design and optimize manufacturing layouts, Routings, SOP’s, assembly processes, and production sequences to enhance productivity, quality, and safety., • Continuous Improvement:, • Identify areas for process improvement and implement innovative solutions to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize waste in the manufacturing process., • Perform root cause analysis of production issues, implement corrective actions, and monitor the effectiveness of process improvements., • Stay updated with the latest advancements in aerospace manufacturing technologies and methodologies, applying relevant techniques to enhance manufacturing capabilities., • Quality Assurance:, • Develop and implement quality control plans and procedures to ensure compliance with customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards., • Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify quality gaps, analyse data, and drive corrective and preventive actions., • Collaborate with quality teams to resolve quality-related issues and implement robust quality control measures throughout the manufacturing process. Project Management: • Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and customer expectations., • Manage and deliver NPI programs for the site as per the internal NPI process, • Coordinate with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution and timely delivery of aerospace components., • Provide technical guidance and support to the manufacturing team, ensuring effective communication and alignment of project goals., • Contribute to the contract review process for the site. Ensure adherence to the process and drive accountability and sign off to the relevant stakeholders Documentation and Reporting: • Working with the production team to create and maintain accurate documentation, including manufacturing instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and any other documentation required to support manufacturing, • Present findings, project updates, and improvement recommendations to management and cross-functional teams. Qualifications and Skills: • Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related field, a relevant fabrication or welding qualification, or equivalent experience in a precision aerospace manufacturing environment., • Proven experience in aerospace fabrication, with a strong understanding of aerospace materials, fabrication processes, industry regulations, and customer specifications., • Demonstrable knowledge of fabrication processes, including welding, sheet-metal work, and forming of aerospace components. Knowledge around CNC machining is desirable., • Ability to design tools/ fixtures to aid all areas of manufacture, • Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings, weld symbols, geometric tolerances, and fabrication specifications; familiarity with relevant CAD and tools (Solidworks) is desirable., • Sound knowledge of welding processes and controls, forming methods, and aerospace special processes, including coatings, surface treatments, heat treatment, chemical processing, and non‑destructive testing (NDT), together with lean manufacturing principles, quality management systems, and relevant aerospace standards., • Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to analyse complex fabrication, welding, and forming issues., • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple fabrication and industrialisation projects simultaneously., • Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across engineering, production, quality, supply chain, and customer teams., • Detail‑oriented, with a strong focus on fabrication quality, process control, safety, and continuous improvement. Benefits of working at Nasmyth: • 5 Weeks Annual Leave (plus bank holidays), • Company Pension, • On site parking #J-18808-Ljbffr