Estimating Engineer

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Full time
Location: Wolverhampton
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Category:
Main Purpose and Scope of Job

• To assist if required with planning and design of the manufacturing process.

• Help to drive continuous improvement programs within the department.

• Quote job requests for lead-time and costs.

• Assist with the introduction of new manufacturing capability into the workshop.

• Assist with the continuous improvement and continuous reduction of waste.

• To closely support the operational team including programming CNC Milling and Turning machines to meet customer demand.

• Design and introduce process documentation, inline with the company BMS.

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience of CNC machining in a precision engineering environment.

• High level of CNC programming competency in Fanuc Heidenhain languages.

• Must have Manufacturing Engineering experience in both turning and milling capabilities, ideally up to 5 axis (3+2) with strong knowledge of setting, operating, and programming.

• Experienced in 3D modelling, preferably with Solidworks and Visi.

• Offline programming, familiarity with VISI CAM package highly desired.

• Must have knowledge of tooling and fixtures in addition to lean manufacturing principles, to aid process improvements and efficiencies in machining capabilities.

Key Accountabilities

• Estimating CNC machined parts, ensuring quotes are produced in a timely manner.

• Producing accurate stage drawings for manufacturing operations.

• Producing detailed documentation, set up packs, SOP's etc.

• Preparation of cost estimates to support the acquisition of new business to include relevant requirements.

• Supporting production with daily problem solving, ensuring permanent solutions are put in place.

• Creating CNC/CADCAM Programs for CNC Turning and Milling machines, including 4 & 5 Axis machining centres.

• Manage New Product Introduction/NPI and ensure components are delivered on time and within budget.

Qualifications & Experience

• HNC in Mechanical Engineering.

• Demonstrable Knowledge of ISO9001 & AS9100 Standards.

• Experience within Aerospace & Automotive.

• Experience of APQP/PFMEA.

• Knowledge of machine Inspection Techniques.

• Able to use and Adapt to different CAD/CAM packages.

• Able to operate and set different machines tools.

• Computer literate MS Word, Excel.

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