Manufacturing Engineer

Rheinmetall Weapons and Ammunition UK (RWM UK) is part of the defence engineering company Rheinmetall AG based in Germany. We design, manufacture and support military large-calibre weapon systems used by the British Army and international customers.

RWM UK is now starting a new production site in Telford (CNC environment) and we are recruiting for Manufacturing Engineer who will be responsible for the maintenance of machines and equipment for the production of large-calibre weapon systems.

This role require experience working in manufacturing environment with a focus on CNC Machines.

• Liaising with RWM as part of technology transfer; This will involve spending occasional periods of time in Germany understanding manufacturing processes
• Planning the ramp up of a new production line for large calibre weapon systems
• Coordinating the installation of new machinery according to programme schedule
• Creation and maintenance of Process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (PFMEA) and Control Plans.
• Leading the activity of pre-production readiness of all new equipment
• Conducting Risk and PUWER assessments and promoting safe working practices
• Providing lineside manufacturing support to the Production Delivery Teams
• Working with the QA department to agree quality standards and ensure process is compliant
• Operating with a high degree of autonomy to prevent and resolve issues, applying problem solving techniques to complex situations
• Be the technical lead on supplier down-selection activities, ensuring proposals are compliant with technical requirements
• Supporting project manager by providing input into project reports.

• Demonstrated experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer with a focus on milling, turning, grinding, honing, drilling and boring processes,
• A recognised Engineering qualification/engineering apprenticeship or suitable engineering qualifications in a manufacturing/ discipline equivalent to HNC or higher.
• Demonstrated experience with CNC programming using CAD CAM packages.
• Solid understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and metrology principles.

• Experience in defining and managing Key Performance Indicators.
• IOSH Managing Safety qualification.
• Understanding of Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs).
• Experience working with SAP and Teamcenter.

We want Rheinmetall to be an employer of choice and for our employees to build a career they can be proud of with us. Through our contracts to deliver world-class products and support, we are able to offer great opportunities for personal development and career advancement through specialist technical roles, essential support functions and leadership positions

For more information contact

Iwona Kurpiewska

iwona.kurpiewska@rheinmetall.com