Responsibilities include.
Material Mastery: Utilise your technical expertise and engineering judgment to make critical decisions on material when needed.
Root Cause Investigation: Lead or support technical troubleshooting efforts to uncover the root causes of material failures and implement effective solutions.
Tech Initiatives Support: Back up our technical initiatives such as material compliance, dual sourcing, and parts verification to keep us ahead of the curve.
Design Integration: Collaborate seamlessly with our R&D and design teams to ensure the smooth integration of new products into our manufacturing processes.
Process Optimisation: Develop and optimise manufacturing processes, including impregnation, pressing, and blown film lines, to enhance efficiency and quality.
Bid Support: Work with the project team to develop cost-effective manufacturing approaches and drive completion of cost reduction initiatives where required.
Compliance Implementation: Implement and maintain control measures to ensure compliance with specifications and standards, safeguarding our reputation for excellence.
Industry Innovation: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in manufacturing to drive innovation and maintain our competitive edge.
Person Specification
Educational foundation: Minimum of an HNC in relevant science or engineering field.
Technical experience desired but not essential: Previous experience in technical manufacturing engineering roles.
Proactive approach: Demonstrate a proactive manner with the ability to prioritise and support multiple projects simultaneously.
Problem solving prowess: Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse complex technical issues.
Detail-oriented: Show a keen focus on detail, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Communication skills: Display effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and lead technical projects. Fluent in writing clear and concise technical documentation.
ACS are recruiting for a Materials Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Materials Engineer, please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as Materials Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Materials Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Materials Engineer role you desire.