Manufacturing Engineers

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111Job Description:AWE has some exciting opportunities for Manufacturing Engineers
There has never been a more exciting time to be a Manufacturing Engineer at AWE, helping to design and shape the UK’s future nuclear deterrent using innovation and the latest technologies, processes and capabilities whilst enjoying the benefit of a working pattern that gives you every other Friday off!
Working in a highly regulated environment the role of the Manufacturing Engineer is to Identify, develop and implement innovative ways of working, appropriate with a new product introduction, support our production operations, delivering continuous improvement activities; optimise productivity, safety and reduce cost.
Manufacturing Engineers (office based)
Closing date: 19th July 2024
Location: Reading area
Salary: £37,860 – £58,000 + allowance (dependent on skills and experience)
Who are we looking for?
Working alongside our design teams, technical experts and research centres, we would love to hear from candidates who can demonstrate experience and knowledge of any of the following:
Demonstrable experience working in a manufacturing environment, with engineering design and supply chain
Support prototype build activities with new processes and support resulting evaluative and non-analytical verification
Knowledge and understanding of process control and problem investigation tools (PFMEAs, control plans, RCA, A3, 5 whys)
Identify, develop and implement innovative ways of working, commensurate with a new product introduction
Demonstrable experience in product development and developing manufacturing capability and processes
Experience of applying Lean Manufacturing Techniques, Continuous Improvement, Quality Tools, and Model Based Realisation
Experience defining or updating assembly or inspection processes is highly desirable
Design to Manufacture (D2M) experience of process, tooling or equipment including requirements capture and presenting at design reviews
Delivering results and driving innovative change
Excellent interpersonal and team building skills capable of building good working relationships within the organisation
What You will get from Us:
As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:
Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
Life Assurance
Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing – more information available on our careers site
Relocation package available (terms and conditions apply)
Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.
#LI-GDLocation: Reading