Automation Engineer (Manufacturing) Vacancy
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
Salary: £45,000
Location: Newton Aycliffe
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 27 October 2024
Interview: 11 November 2024
Senstronics Ltd is a joint venture company owned solely between two multi $Bn companies supplying thin film pressure transducers to the agricultural, construction, automotive, and industrial sectors. Based in Newton Aycliffe and established in 1999, Senstronics have invested heavily to develop its own state of the art thin film production facility and in-house ASIC design technology.
We have an opportunity for a skilled, adaptable and innovative Automation Engineer to join the operational engineering team. The role will work closely with the Maintenance Team, the Business Development Team and the Assembly and Calibration Unit to support the delivery of responsive engineering services.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the role is part of a team of 5 Manufacturing Engineers; each with a critical role in supporting the business to achieve the required output levels to meet demand.
Job Purpose
As part of the operational Engineering Team, you will provide support to enable the efficient running of the transducer manufacturing process. You will also lead on developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the manufacturing process and will deliver new equipment solutions on time to support sales demand.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Operational
* Support all day-to-day manufacturing operations. Troubleshoot and continuously improve cell performance from detailed data-analysis. Responsibility for OEE.
* Develop applications to replace obsolete technologies (VB6 reliant applications) with modern alternatives (C#, Python, .NET).
* Improve data analysis within production cells by developing dashboards and implement analysis tools in line with Control Plans.
* Carry out trials to define meaningful process control limits and specification limits, using 6-sigma problem solving techniques.
* Manage and lead cross-functional CI activities in relation to the transducer manufacturing process.
* Take responsibility for tooling implementation and development, in-line testing methods and standard work. The role requires a mature interaction with cell operators to ensure business performance objectives are met daily.
* Engineering lead for new cell or processes with a focus on product-centric solutions. Working with the product designers and equipment suppliers to set specification and manage the cell through FAT & SAT.
* Deliver full solutions to include H&S, PUWER and operational documentation (Control Plans and SOPs) within the agreed project timing milestone.
* Support the Maintenance team on cell introduction with TPM plan.
* Prepare data summary (reports and trends) with conclusion for line manager/SLT.
* Work within the business Quality Management System requirements related to manufacturing cells.
* Responsible for alternative or emerging technologies - both generally and at current approved suppliers to improve existing or new production cells.
* Input into the Manufacturing roadmap.
General
* Create a positive working environment by promoting the core values.
* Adhere to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), health and safety (H&S), and health and wellbeing.
* Ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and all other governing/legal requirements.
* Ensure individual continuous development to improve personal and organizational performance.
* To undertake any other duties appropriate to the level of the post, as required.
Candidate Requirements (Essential)
* Electrical & Electronic Engineering BEng (2:1) level or higher.
* At least 5 years’ engineering experience in a high-volume Production Environment.
* Expertise in welding, automation, motion controls and robot processes.
* Experience in desktop application development (C#, .NET, Python)
* Expertise in no-code/low-code platforms such as PowerApps.
* Experience in robot programming or programming of PLCs.
* Proven ability in leading rapid, successful problem-solving activities.
* Demonstrable success in implementing and delivering continuous process improvement through lean tools.
* Ownership of cell safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
* Ability to self-manage and prioritize multiple workload activities in parallel.
* Clear analysis and simplification of cell data.
* Writing and training-out DOI’s/SOPs.
* Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
* Commitment to continuous professional development of the team and self.
* A positive outlook with the ability to work under pressure and to work flexibly to meet business requirements.
Candidate Requirements (Desirable)
* LSS green-belt or higher.
* Minitab or equivalent.
* Knowledge of pressure systems and pressure controllers.
* Knowledge of interfacing calibration equipment e.g. DMM, PSU.
* Experience in writing cell Visual Basic, GUI or other software coding.
Core Values
* Join Forces: Have good morale and cooperation with the Maintenance Team to sustain the required level of production required. Value the expertise of colleagues and work collaboratively to maximise efficiencies.
* Take Ownership: Provide regular feedback to colleagues within the Quality Team in relating to ongoing projects. Acknowledge and learn from mistakes in the context of Kaizen activities.
* Innovate: Generate ideas and strive to be proactive in our response to emerging technology. Embrace change and support colleagues from across departments in cycles of change and new ways of working.
* Choose Positivity: Be optimistic in your approach to your role whilst recognising the reality of challenges within the manufacturing process. See every challenge as an opportunity and promote this practice across departments working alongside the manufacturing process.
* Be Heard: Be receptive to new ideas in accordance with consultation/collaboration with colleagues. Seek out missing or salient viewpoints to ensure consistency and transparency in relation to the manufacturing process.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £45,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
* Performance bonus
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Bachelor's (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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