Contract : Full time
Higher pay rate is achieved by : Referenceable Work History or Experience
Weekly hours : 39
The Best Connection is recruiting for an experienced Estimating Engineer for our prestigious Wolverhampton based client.
Working 08:00AM till 17:00PM Monday to Thursday and 08:00AM till 13:00PM on Fridays.
£38,000 to £40,000 per annum negotiable dependant on previous experience.
Purpose and scope of role:
* To assist with the planning and design of the manufacturing process.
* Helping to drive continuous improvement within the department.
* Quote job requests for lead-time and costs.
* Assist with the introduction of new manufacturing capability into the workshop.
* To closley 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 and 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 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.
Candidate should apply with a fully up to date CV outling previous experience.
Benefits
* 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
* Canteen
* Ongoing Assignment
* Overtime Available
Wolverhampton
wolverhampton@thebestconnection.co.uk