Manufacturing Engineer mechatronics

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (mechatronics) to join our clients busy team of 7 multidiscipline engineers, providing the manufacturing support to the line, and deliver NPI in line with the projected growth of the site. You will be assigned a primary instrument or group of products and be responsible to understand the products, build and test requirements, process flow and systems. Work closely with the R&D divisions potentially globally and other key business stakeholders in converting a concept idea design into a cost effective / quality manufacturing output product, you will take engineering stewardship of the products when handedover to operations at the appropriate time. The role demands an engineer to be creative, analytical, familiar with manufacturing processes and have good CAD skills. The candidate must have a pro-active approach and work well within multifunctional project teams providing leadership and direction whenrequired. This entails directing both internally, within the local and extended teams, and externally working with consultants and suppliers. The instrumentation you will be responsible for have a very high level of accuracy and you will need understanding and clear systems approach that use optical and chemical processes. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORSManufacturing Support* Working in close project collaboration with the manufacturing operations teams, Research and Development etc. ownership for the facility and bring to life NPIs in a timely manner. * Work with other members of the engineering team and manufacturing to translate product requirements into functional specifications. * Building and evaluating prototypes.Team Leadership including:* Directing and mentoring other engineers within a project team. * Project planning and estimation of Engineering tasks * Planning and executing a risk management plan * Task delivery, delegation and monitoring. * Ensuring Mechanical Engineering deliverables are met. * Direction of external consultants and suppliers * Provide project plans; Milestones, resources, detailed activities and agreed, Quality controls and strict health and safety criteria, conducting business risk planning and mitigation of risk where applicable. * Liaise with New Product Design team on; DFM (DfX), testing and prototyping of concept designs, new product development stage gates and manufacturing time lines. Develop clear feedback process to ensure any manufacturing concerns are recorded. (Through theECN process)Process* Ability to assess technical risk and to formulate effective risk management strategy including analysis and evaluation program.Product Development* Work within our product development process * Conduct design reviews and react to input from other members of the project team * Produce the required level of documentation * Drive continuous improvement of the mechanical engineering elements of our processes. * Previous involvement in most aspects of the development life cycle, from initial analysis and design to implementation, testing and documentationLeadership* Demonstrable experience in leading small teams and external consultants. * Ability to plan projects and allocate tasks * Formal training in leadership / managementGeneral* Good communication skills, enabling successful interaction with team leaders, fellow engineers and engineering management * Self-motivated with drive to keep abreast of new technologies and market / industry trends. * A pro-active approach to problem identification and resolution. Able to reach across functional boundaries to overcome obstacles. Keeps sight of commercial objectives and prioritise work appropriately. * Willing to work within structured development program and take responsibility for product delivery. * Able to critically look at performance and engineering practices to define and improve departmental procedures. * Scientific background or interests (optical and chemical) * Some business knowledge of the chemical analysis or related market sectorsTravel: * Both domestic and international travel is required in this role on an occasional basis.Qualifications:* BSc, MSc or equivalent degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering is MANDATORY. Masters or equivalent advanced degree is PREFERRED. * Good grounding in Chemistry and Physics with a high level of understanding of optical systems. * Understanding and practice of Six Sigma methodologies * Agile or other project management skill is also MANDATORY. * Minimum 5 years experience is sought after, time served in an engineering role. * Understanding of and experience in the environments and requirements for both New Product Introduction (NPI) and volume manufacturing of technical assemblies. * Results & execution driven: consistently delivers on commitments & stretch goals. * Self-motivated, detail-oriented and passion for continuous improvements. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Excellent project management skills. * Excellent organizational, data collection and presentation skills. * Ability to work in a fast-paced, professional environment. * Proven problem-solving ability and can demonstrate working knowledge of problem solving methodologies. (5 whys, Fishbone, Cause and effect etc)Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Mechatronics Engineer Mechanical Electrical scientific diagnostic