Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Gears)
What do we offer?
- Competitive salary
- Company performance bonus scheme
- Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
- Private medical insurance
- Comprehensive health cash plan
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/ adoption leave- up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay)
- Structured training & opportunities to progress
- Opportunity to join ERGs (employee resource groups), participate in community projects & much more!
What does the role look like?
The successful candidate will ensure seamless relocation of production lines and machinery within our global operations. This role involves planning, executing, and finalizing work transfer projects efficiently, within budget, and to high-quality standards.
Key responsibilities include initial planning, designing new production setups, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and managing the installation, validation, and optimization of manufacturing processes at new locations.
This role suits an ambitious, detail-oriented engineer who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about driving efficiency and excellence in manufacturing. Extensive international travel will be required.
What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?
* Project Management: Lead the technical aspects of work transfer projects from inception to completion. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, risk assessments, and budgets. Monitor progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure successful completion.
* Technical Leadership: Provide engineering expertise in planning and executing production line moves. Assess existing processes, design and lay out new production setups, select and install equipment, and oversee validation activities.
* Collaboration and Coordination: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, supply chain, and facility management, to ensure a cohesive and coordinated approach to work transfers.
* Documentation and Compliance: Ensure all work transfer activities are documented in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality records.
* Continuous Improvement: Apply lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to optimize work transfer processes. Identify and implement improvements to reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and improve quality.
* Training and Support: Provide training and support to local teams at both sending and receiving sites. Ensure staff are properly trained on new equipment and processes.
* Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors involved in the transfer process. Negotiate contracts, oversee work quality, and ensure timelines are met.
* Post-Transfer Evaluation: Conduct post-transfer reviews to assess the effectiveness of the transfer process. Gather feedback from key stakeholders and implement lessons learned in future projects.
What will you bring to the role?
Essential skills:
* Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work effectively across all organizational levels and with stakeholders, locally and internationally.
* Industry and International Experience: Aerospace / Similar industry experience and managing projects across different countries, dealing with international logistics and cross-cultural communication.
* Collaborative and Proactive: Strong teamwork skills, building relationships with colleagues and external partners. Takes initiative to anticipate problems, seek improvements, and propose solutions.
Desirable skills:
* Educational Background: Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
* Project Management: Proven experience in leading and managing complex projects in manufacturing or industrial settings, with familiarity in project management tools and software.
* Technical Expertise: Strong skills in manufacturing processes, equipment design, and automation, with proficiency in CAD software for production layouts. Direct experience in work transfer projects, including planning, executing, and optimizing production line relocations.
* Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement: Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma. Certification (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Green Belt) is advantageous.
* Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
* Adaptability and Resilience: Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and work under pressure, displaying resilience and persistence in the face of setbacks.
* Technical Certifications: Relevant certifications in manufacturing engineering, project management (e.g., PMP), or specific technologies.
* Software Proficiency: Experience with project management, ERP, or MRP software.
* Training and Development: Experience in developing and delivering training materials to upskill the workforce at new sites.
* Detail-Oriented and Creative: Maintains attention to detail, ensuring precision and compliance in all aspects of work transfer projects. Brings creative approaches to engineering challenges.
About us:
At Collins Aerospace, we’re working side by side with our customers & partners to dream, design & deliver solutions that redefine the future of our industry. We are part of Raytheon Technologies & provide technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry to connect and protect people around the world. We are inventors, we are manufacturers, we work in space exploration, commercial air travel, defence & rescue applications.
Are you looking to join a dynamic global team that works across the entire Aerospace industry? If yes, get onboard the Collins Aerospace Team & play a part in expanding the opportunities to develop new products & challenge the state of art technology.
We believe drives innovation; equity eliminates obstacles, drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where everyone can belong & succeed, contributing to a better society.
We are committed to ensuring the recruitment process is barrier-free & inclusive as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a or long term condition to remove barriers that may be experienced in the recruitment process.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day!
Please note that potential candidates will be subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and background checks and that project access restrictions may apply to some