Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Fife, Scotland
The Senior NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineer role will be focused on the execution of new product introductions on Circuit Card and mechanical assemblies. With a strong technical background in mechanical assembly processes, the NPI Engineer will ensure the successful introduction of new products into Manufacturing through the application of robust manufacturing principles and processes.
Responsibilities:
*Focus on CCA & Unit Level assembly
*Technical and Manufacturing Eng. lead on NPI Builds, with ownership for the execution to agreed schedule and cost, and to required Quality standards and Manufacturing best practices
*Engagement at all stages of the NPI process; from Bid and Proposal through execution of NPI Builds as a precursor to product release into full rate production.
*Active participation in DFM and "manufacturability" analyses and reporting
*Use manufacturing data to identify and address issues
*Use data to drive Systemic Root Cause and Corrective Action
*Identify, expedite and / or escalate any quality or performance issues
*Identify skills training or development requirements and escalate through management
*Report & maintain Manufacturing Engineering metrics, track performance against Team KPI and Individual Goals & Objectives
*Ensure metrics are used / responded to in order to optimize processes
*Support the Program Cells and the rest of the Engineering community when required
Essential Skills:
*Qualified to minimum HND level in Manufacturing / Production Engineering or a related Engineering discipline
*Strong knowledge of electro-mechanical manufacturing processes over a wide range of technologies, processes and production platforms
*Wide-ranging understanding of electronic and electro-mechanical product design and operation
*Can demonstrate contribution to specific improvements in Production Programs’ effectiveness efficiency and optimization
*Understands, and promotes the principles and benefits of Design for Excellence (DfX)
*Can lead / participate in process FMEA development, design review and risk mitigation processes
*Understands the principles of 6 Sigma, Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing
Desired Skills:
*Knowledge of Circuit Card Assembly Processes
*Understanding of electro-mechanical manufacturing processes over a wide range of technologies, processes and production platforms
*Experience in the Defence / Aerospace or safety regulated environment would be advantageous.