Estimating Engineer
Harlow Recruitment
Main Purpose and Scope of Job
- To assist if required with planning and design of the manufacturing process.
- Help to drive continuous improvement programs within the department.
- Quote job requests for lead-time and costs.
- Assist with the introduction of new manufacturing capability into the workshop
- Assist with the continuous improvement and continuous reduction of waste.
- To closely 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 & 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 highly 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.
Qualifications & Experience
- HNC in Mechanical Engineering
- Demonstrable Knowledge of ISO9001 & AS9100 Standards
- Experience within Aerospace & Automotive
- Experience of APQP/PFMEA
- Knowledge of machine Inspection Techniques
- Able to use and Adapt to different CAD/CAM packages
- Able to operate and set different machines tools
- Computer literate MS Word, Excel.