Scott's Monthly Pick Of The Bunch - Design

Hi

I hope you are well & thanks for checking out my Monthly selection of available Design, R&D, FEA & Projects Engineering candidates which details a small selection of candidates who are currently seeking a new opportunity in your area.

Please contact me to find out more any of these candidates, or simply click on the relevant link to send me an email, alternatively, if none of these candidates match your requirements, or if you would like to discuss a current or future need, then please let me know.  I have Engineers of various skill-sets and experience register with me daily, plus an extensive in-house database that has been developed over 30 years, and access to all the leading Job Boards.

I hope you find this useful, and I hope to be able to assist you with your recruitment requirements, either now or in the future.

Scott Logan
Principal Recruitment Consultant
Design, R&D, FEA & Projects Engineering Division

   0121 321 4314   |      scott.logan@probejobs.co.uk   |      Let's Connect on LinkedIn

 

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER SLP24041
Automation / Manufacturing Industries
  • First class Mechanical Engineering Degree
  • Mechanical modelling and detailing
  • Product development and continuous improvement
  • HyperWorks: Modelling mesh from geometry to be used for FEA analysis. Running models through discrete load cases for product development
Pro Engineer/PTC Creo, Solidworks, FEA using Creo Simulate
Leicester
c£45,000 >> Learn More <<

 

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER SLP24042
Marine / Mechanical Industries
  • Mechanical Engineering Degree
  • Delivering a range of detail designing in line with all relevant processes and quality requirements
  • Producing 3D & 2D output drawings including all aspects of alignment to BOMs & PLM
  • CNC milling machine, CNC lathe, filling tools & fabrication/welding of metals
3D modelling , SolidWorks, Foran (2D & 3D design)
Derby
c£32,000 >> Learn More <<

 

LEAD ENGINEER / TOOL DESIGNER SLP24043
Aerospace / Tooling Industries
  • Design of parts and Assembly
  • Engineering Change Management
  • Tool design of press / formed parts
  • Communicating with the customer and supplier about the product development
SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD and Inventor
Leicester
c£33,000 >> Learn More <<

 

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER SLP24044
Specialist Vehicles / Pneumatics Industries
  • Aero-Mechanical Engineering Degree
  • Product Development engineering
  • FMEA, GD&T
  • Produced prototypes, prepared component and assembly drawings
SolidWorks
Leicester
c£45,000 >> Learn More <<

 

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER SLP24045
Manufacturing / Instruments Industries
  • Over 25 years design experience
  • Worked with a variety of materials
  • Has developed a range of instruments and telecommunication products
  • Manufacturing processes and supporting assembly processes
SolidWorks & PDM, SolidEdge
Northampton
c£40,000 >> Learn More <<

 

DESIGN ENGINEER SLP24046
Manufacturing / R&D Industries
  • Mechanical Engineering Degree
  • Product development
  • Sheet Metal Design and Manufacturing
  • CAD design, modelling, assembly, BOM, MRP system
SolidEdge, ANSYS, Matlab
Northampton
c£35,000 >> Learn More <<
 

CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator (Milling or Turning)

Due to an expansion, we are now recruiting for several roles! We offer a good variety of job roles, A good level of experience would be ideal but not overly required as some training can be provided. Roles include both manual work and machining (see below)

Salary/Benefits and Night Shifts for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

  • Starting salary at £28,000 up to £35,000 (DOE)  
  • Company pension with a total weekly contribution of 8%.
  • Health and Safety bonus system every 6 months for qualified individuals.
  • Overtime paid at time 1/3 + Sundays paid at time 1/2.
  • Monday to Thursday 8am – 4:30pm – Friday: 8am – 1am

Roles available for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

  • Manual Vertical Borers Setter/Operators (Turning)
  • Manual Horizontal Borers Setter/Operators (Milling)
  • CNC Horizontal Borer Setter/Operator/Programmer
  • CNC Elgamill Setter/Operator/Programmer

Requirements for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

Manual:

  • Have experience of setting and operating manual boring machines or have a similar background (in either milling or turning)
  • Work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy work pieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect parts.

CNC Borers:

  • Roles available for experience in Heidenhain control systems and Fanuc (Fanuc also uses Cimcon CADCam for programming)
  • Work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy work pieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect parts.

CNC Vertical Borer Setter/Operator/Programmer:

  • Have some CNC Setter/Operator/Programmer experience using Fanuc control systems (also uses Cimco CADCam for programming)
  • Be able to work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy workpieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect the parts.

Join our team of CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator (Milling or Turning)

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become part of our talented team of professionals. With competitive pay, generous benefits, and ample opportunities for growth, this is your chance to shine. Join us as we embark on an exciting journey towards success.

This job is commutable from: Oldham, Manchester, Stockport and surrounding areas.

 

CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator (Milling or Turning) - Nights Role

Due to an expansion, we are now recruiting for several roles! We offer a good variety of job roles, A good level of experience would be ideal but not overly required as some training can be provided. Roles include both manual work and machining (see below)

Salary/Benefits and Night Shifts for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

  • Starting salary at £36,000 up to £46,000 (DOE)  
  • Company pension with a total weekly contribution of 8%.
  • Health and Safety bonus system every 6 months for qualified individuals.
  • Overtime paid at time and a half – available after 1pm Friday until Monday – paid lunch break.
  • Monday to Thursday 6pm – 6am.

Roles available for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

  • Manual Vertical Borers Setter/Operators (Turning)
  • Manual Horizontal Borers Setter/Operators (Milling)
  • CNC Horizontal Borer Setter/Operator/Programmer
  • CNC Elgamill Setter/Operator/Programmer

Requirements for CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator

Manual:

  • Have experience of setting and operating manual boring machines or have a similar background (in either milling or turning)
  • Work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy work pieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect parts.

CNC Borers:

  • Roles available for experience in Heidenhain control systems and Fanuc (Fanuc also uses Cimcon CADCam for programming)
  • Work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy work pieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect parts.

CNC Vertical Borer Setter/Operator/Programmer:

  • Have some CNC Setter/Operator/Programmer experience using Fanuc control systems (also uses Cimco CADCam for programming)
  • Be able to work to customer issued drawings and specifications to produce medium to heavy workpieces.
  • Have the ability to self-inspect the parts.

Join our team of CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator (Milling or Turning)

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become part of our talented team of professionals. With competitive pay, generous benefits, and ample opportunities for growth, this is your chance to shine. Join us as we embark on an exciting journey towards success.

This job is commutable from: Oldham, Manchester, Stockport and surrounding areas.

 

We are looking for an experienced QUALITY ENGINEER.

This is an exciting time to be part of this expanding Organisation. This is a fast paced, dynamic working environment, no 2 days are ever the same! If you are a Quality Engineer, who is looking to be part of a friendly, supportive team, where your prospects would be assured, look no further!
You would be working in the plant Quality team, maintaining and improving product quality, and follow and enhance the existing quality systems. 

Commutable from: Stoke on Trent, Uttoxeter, Market Drayton, Eccleshall, Leek, Congleton, Sandbach, Ashbourne, Stone, Stafford, Nantwich, 

Key Benefits:

  • Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
  • Free parking on site
  • Company Pension
  • 25 Days holiday plus stats on top
  • Fast, dynamic manufacturing environment
  • High staff retention
  • Friendly supportive team
  • Long term excellent prospects

Quality Engineer Responsibilities:

  • Conduct both internal IATF, quality & process audits
  • Support the engineering change process through weekly meetings and be responsible for APQP requirements.
  • Support annual testing schedule for all our products using an external laboratory. 
  • Support NPI
  • Control and manage internal non-conforming parts/supplier rejects, system and non-conforming material area 
  • Support with new projects throughout the APQP process as plant quality representative. 
  • Support the other departments with 8D resolution of quality issues
  • Scrap reduction
  • Control and manage the calibration schedule of all internal equipment through internal inspections & external calibration services. 
  • Support manufacturing, co-ordinate internal product/process improvement. •
  • Monitor internal scrap and help conduct scrap improvement activities with the plant team. • 
  • Manage supplier certificates of conformity documentation, monitoring and recording data submitted. 

Quality Engineer Duties:

  • Quality Engineering experience
  • Proven problem-solving abilities using 8D, PPAP’s and APQP
  • Knowledge of ISO9001 and IATF16949
  • Auditor /Lead Auditor qualification desirable
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques, such as 5S and Poke Yoke
  • To have the ability to form strong working relationships
  • Customer /Supplier exposure

What are you waiting for? Send your CV for consideration.

 

Advanced Machine Operator, Straight Day Working, Cutting Edge Technology

Due to expansion we are seeking to recruit a Advanced Machine Operator to join our team. 

Benefits: 

In return for your skills and experience, we offer:-

  • Annual Salary in the Region of £40,000
  • Day Working 
  • Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
  • Enhanced Company Pension (with above average company contribution)
  • Tax Efficient Company Car Option 
  • Straight Day Working (Mon – Fri) 
  • Free Onsite Parking 
  • GENUINE Ongoing Training & Career Development

Duties of an Advanced Machine Operator

  • As a proven Machine Operator, you will be required to operate our complex production plant, alongside undertaking preventive and first line maintenance activities. 

Requirements of an Advanced Machine Operator

  • You must have experience of operating complex production equipment where you have undertaken basic maintenance checks. 
  • Alongside your experience you will ideally be apprentice trained but MUST be qualified Electrically and ideally have an understanding of  Plc Controls and Robot technology.  

This is a great opportunity to move your career into a stable market sector, where you will not only gain an incredible benefits package and ongoing training and development, but also be secure in the knowledge that you will be in a stable working environment supporting some of the most cutting edge equipment in the region. 

The Advanced Machine Operator role is commutable from Bedworth, Coventry, Dunchurch, Hinckley, Kenilworth, Leamington Spa & Rugby

 

This is a Work From Home role. Only 1 day a week onsite.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level and drive impactful change within your organization? Introducing the Program Manager  – your gateway to becoming a visionary leader who can navigate complex projects, inspire teams, and deliver exceptional results.

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the role of a Program Manager has never been more critical. 

The role of Program Manager has become available within a busy, very busy manufacturing organisation.

New business is arriving, hence the need for a Program Manager.  This is a well-established business, with Head Quarters in Europe.

This is a business renowned for the longevity with their staff.  Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, and this is what makes this organisation, the most pleasant place to be.

Commutable from Telford, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Stone, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Stoke  on Trent, Market Drayton, Burton upon Trent, Walsall, Aldridge, Wrexham, Cannock, Stourbridge and Rugeley

Program Manager Benefits:

  • £55,000
  • Hybrid working – 1 day in office
  • Increase after 6 month probation
  • Company Car – OR Car Allowance (£4,500)
  • Work - Place Pension
  • The chance to be experience being part of a stable, consistent, growing organisation
  • Hybrid working available.
  • Long-term standing staff
  • Extremely friendly and inclusive environment
  • Stable and strong

Program Manager Duties:

  • Lead product development programs
  • Bring programs to successful conclusions with all targets met i.e, timing and quality
  • Ensure project master plan is developed and reviewed
  • Define necessary resources to meet targets  
  • Ensure customer specifications, (milestones, quality, packaging) are met
  • That the program financial indicators are managed
  • Ensure technical changes are executed
  • Control expenditure against approved budget
  • Perform risk assessments
  • Attending office 1 day per week

Program Manager Requirements:

  • Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience with HNC
  • Proven Program management skills
  • Strong knowledge of methodologies and tools (planning and problem solving)
  • Experience with project management financials, P&L understanding
  • High volume production environment experience would be essential
  • To have evidence of previous management of project cycles
  • This would suit a natural Leader
  • Strong team building skills
 

Are you an experienced Quality Manager seeking your next career move? A thriving manufacturing company in the Birmingham area is seeking a dedicated individual to assume the role of Quality Manager, taking charge of overall quality operations.

Operating within a high-volume manufacturing environment, this company requires a seasoned Quality Manager to lead, enhance, and maintain quality systems while inspiring and guiding a small team. As the Quality Manager, you'll become an integral part of the Senior Management team within a dynamic and transparent organization.

You may be a Senior Quality Engineer, who is looking for that elusive next step, into management.  Or you may be an experienced Quality Manager, keen to find your next career move.

This opportunity is conveniently accessible from Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Sutton Coldfield, Cannock, Moseley, Lichfield, Kidderminster, Worcester, Solihull, Tamworth, Telford, and Halesowen

Benefits for a Quality Manager

  • Competitive salary of £50,000
  • Pension scheme
  • Generous holiday allowance of 33 days
  • Personal development opportunities
  • Clear path for career progression
  • Membership in the Senior Management team
  • Immersion in a dynamic and friendly business environment

Key Responsibilities of Quality Manager

  • Oversight and enhancement of company-wide quality systems
  • Facilitation of communication with customers and suppliers
  • Conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions
  • Leading and motivating a small team of quality professionals
  • Conducting internal and external audits
  • Providing support and training to employees on quality, audit, and inspection procedures
  • Spearheading efforts to maintain continuous product or service quality through process controls, data analysis, and measurement
  • Participation in new product development (NPD), new product introduction (NPI), and engineering change activities to ensure compliance with standards

Requirements of Quality Manager

  • Proven experience managing quality within a fast-paced manufacturing setting
  • Previous supervisory experience
  • Proficiency in internal and external auditing processes
  • Comprehensive knowledge and utilization of quality tools such as SPC, APQP, PPAP submissions, FMEA, and Control Plans
  • Strong customer-facing skills
  • Thrives in a lively, bustling, and friendly organizational culture

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply for the Quality Manager position today.