Automation & Digitalisation Manufacturing Engineer

Slough - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Operations

Job Summary

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join the team. As a Manufacturing Engineer you will be involved in supporting the productions areas especially gas seal assembly and test increasing (OEE) quality RFT% and reducing costs through process/layout improvements. Implementation of key projects aligned to business plan and the introduction/implementation of new advanced manufacturing technology. You will also be ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing processes and supporting daily production activities. The role involves providing critical support to Operations on process controls addressing machine issues and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.

This role is based on our headquarters within Slough working Monday to Friday normal office hours.

John Crane is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to crafting an inclusive environment for all employees.

Duties & Responsibilities (not limited to)

Process Improvement & Digitalisation -

Map current-state processes and design optimised future-state workflows

Implement automation solutions using Power Automate Power BI workflows and other digital tools

Identify and deliver process automation opportunities to reduce manual effort and improve accuracy

Drive Continuous Improvement and Lean initiatives (5S Kaizen waste elimination standardisation)

Project Management & CapEx -

Lead manufacturing and CapEx projects from concept to implementation ensuring delivery on time on cost and within scope

Prepare cost estimates budgets schedules and project justifications

Support the introduction and integration of new advanced manufacturing technologies and equipment

Operational & Production Support -

Improve OEE and area KPI performance across production departments

Provide hands-on shop floor support for daily issues in assembly test and machining areas

Monitor process controls resolve production bottlenecks and support root-cause analysis

Data Systems & Reporting -

Use SAP for production support activities including routing changes BOM updates and data analysis

Build insightful KPI dashboards (e.g. OEE RFT downtime trends) using digital tools

Engage with stakeholders across Operations Engineering and external suppliers to provide technical guidance and updates

Documentation & Standards

Develop update and maintain SOPs work instructions Visual Factory documentation and manufacturing standards

Support Control Plans PFMEA development and risk assessments for both NPD and existing processes

Qualifications :

The Individual will have the following skills & experience -

Ambition & Drive:

Motivated and eager to grow within the role.

Education

Ideally a Bachelors degree from a top-tier in STEM with 2:1

Experience

3-5 years industry experience preferred
Previous experience in gas seal assembly and testing is preferred
Experience in using Continuous Improvement tools and techniques would also be desired
Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VA/VE) experience
Advanced MS Office skills
Proficiency in CAD
Familiarity with operational / shop floor best practices and performance standards
Decision making ability and good influencing / team working skills
Time management and organisational skills
Self-driven with good attention to detail

Additional Information :

With colleagues stretching across the globe we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans Pride Network Black Employee Network Network and Neurodiversity.

Across our company we recognize excellence culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities people and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day a global celebration of Smiths around our network.

Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits while helping engineer a better future.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

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Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time