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Production Supervisor
 
The head office of one of our top clients are currently on the lookout for a Production Supervisor to join their business and lead their production team through the build and test of the company products.
 
As a Production Supervisor you will enjoy working within a dynamic team and on products for industries including Aerospace, Defence, Medical, Automotive, and Industrial. The Production Supervisor will lead teams in mechanical assembly, soldering, cabling and wiring, ensuring high industry standards are consistently met.
 
Production Supervisor responsibilities:

• Coach and mentor production staff through the daily build of company products.
• Ensure all company specific procedures are followed and perform operator audits where necessary.
• Utilise the company skills matrix ensuring all operators are trained and developed inline with this.
• Assess technical issues and respond accordingly.
• Set and monitor all production related KPI’s.
• Assist with any non-conformance reviews / investigations and implement appropriate actions.

 
Production Supervisor experience:

• Previous experience supervising within an electronics environment.
• Confident with technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Understanding of J-Standard, IPC, AS9100 standards are highly desirable.
• PC literate and knowledge of MS Office software packages.
• Excellent levels of communication skills both verbal and written.
• Motivated with a proactive attitude towards work and issues.

 
Production Supervisor benefits:

• “Perks at Work” membership.
• Company pension scheme.
• Maternity / paternity packages.
• Ability to buy an extra 5 days holiday per year.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Free parking.

 
This is a full time permanent position for the successful Production Supervisor. For more information simply apply now or call Nathan on 07921 479890.

Holt Engineering are recruiting for a After-sales Administrator to join a busy team close to Poole, our client is a friendly professional business with a fantastic team who have just moved in to a new office.

This is a permanent position that can offer an immediate start and salary of £24-£26,000 DOE
Duties for the After-sales Administrator will include: 

•  Respond promptly and courteously to customer inquiries, both via email and phone
• Order Processing & Data Entry
• Prepare and maintain various documents, including invoices, receipts, shipping records, and warranty paperwork.
• Assist in monitoring and managing inventory levels 
• Conduct follow-up calls or emails to customers to ensure their satisfaction with the products and services provided.
• Assist in collecting and organizing customer feedback 
• Provide administrative support to the after-sales team members, such as scheduling appointments, arranging meetings, and handling general inquiries

Requirements to be considered for the After-sales Administrator role:

• Proven administration experience is essential, within a sales environment would be advantageous 
• Excellent communication skills
• Organized and self motivated
• Proficiency in using office software, including MS Office
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits for the successful After-sales Administrator 

• New modern offices and facilities
• Free car parking
• Company pension, private medical and critical illness cover

If you have the required experience and keen to join  a well established local business please apply now and Yasmin will call you. 

CNC Miller

Salary: £19-22 p/h dependent on experience

Location: Andover

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established precision engineering company in the Andover area, who are looking for a CNC Miller Programmer to join their growing team and increased production capabilities.

CNC Miller Programmer responsibilities:

• Setting, operating, and programming vertical mills, monitoring the machining process, and making necessary adjustments to ensure accuracy.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments to verify conformance to specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on CNC milling machines, such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn-out parts to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues or malfunctions that may arise during the machining process.

CNC Miller Programmer requirements:

• Experience of setting and operating vertical mills within a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience of offline programming with Hypermill Cadcam software.
• Knowledge of machining principles and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with a variety of materials, cutting tools, and machining techniques.
• Able to read technical drawings and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

If you are interested in the CNC Miller Programmer role, please contact Harry Parsons on 07739277675 or via email at harry.parsons@holtengineering.co.uk.

Senior Design Engineer

The company, a full system life-cycle manufacturer of secure communication systems, antennas, image technology and embedded computing are looking for a Senior Design Engineer to join their growing team in Redditch. Their products can be found transmitting high bandwidth data across hostile terrain, enabling secure ticket sales on trains, processing colossal amounts of data or gathering scientific insight in the cold and crushing depths of the ocean floor!

The successful Senior Design Engineer will be joining a company that really care about their staff, placing safety as their number one priority. They will also be entitled to a very lucrative benefits package as well. 

Senior Design Engineer Responsibilities:

• Full Product Lifecycle Ownership:
  • Evaluate and interpret project technical requirements to develop innovative concept architectures and designs.
  • Design and develop hardware solutions from initial concept, through qualification testing, to final implementation and integration.
  • Ensure all customer requirements are meticulously met throughout the development process, demonstrating successful completion of Verification and Validation activities.
  • Support the creation of comprehensive test strategies and plans for formal qualification testing (including shock, vibration, EMC, and safety).
  • Produce and maintain all necessary design documentation.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Play an active role in key milestone events like internal and customer-facing Design Reviews.
  • Support the build of initial prototypes and qualification systems.
  • Support other Engineering Team members by sharing design information as required.
• Business Acumen:
  • Possess knowledge of Project, Product, and Business lifecycles, understanding Engineering activities at each stage.
  • Provide support, as required, to other areas of the Business.
• Supplier Management:
  • Work with external suppliers and manufacturers, maintaining strong working relationships.
• Essential Skills:
  • Experience in an Engineering environment, ideally defence-related.
  • Designing products for harsh environments (shock, vibration, thermal extremes).
  • Working knowledge of Military Specifications and Standards (advantageous).
  • Extensive knowledge of Electrical/Electronic/Computer components and systems.
  • Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals, processes, and standards.
  • Good understanding of EMC, particularly in design.
  • Experience of designing for longevity and usability/through-life support (Human Factors and Integrated Logistics Support).
  • Proficient in creating accurate and professional documentation.
  • Understands configuration control, change management, and security marking aspects of all types of documentation and drawings.
  • Experienced in managing own work and able to prioritise tasks to meet milestones.
  • Working effectively in a multi-disciplined environment (mechanical, electrical, electronic, safety, human factors, security, software etc.).
  • Strong attention to detail, conscientious, and takes pride in work.
  • Able to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative.
  • Fully conversant with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Eligible for SC Clearance.

Additional Expertise (advantageous):

• Knowledge of EU/UK safety and CE regulations.

Senior Design Engineer Rewards and Recognition:

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Time for You: Take advantage of generous paid time off, increasing with tenure, to relax and recharge.
• Financial Security: Plan for the future with a company-matched pension plan and the opportunity to participate in an Employee Share Scheme.
• Overall Well-being: Maintain your physical and mental health with access to a comprehensive healthcare plan, gym discounts, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Lifestyle Perks: Save money on everyday expenses with retail and travel discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, and an EV scheme.
• Growth and Development: Feel valued and supported in your career with opportunities for advancement and skill development. (This last benefit can be implied by the responsibilities listed).

Senior Design Engineer’s please apply or if you do have any questions please email liam.nother@holtengineering.co.uk

Nightshift CMM Inspector

An opportunity has opened up for a CMM Inspector to join a leading manufacturer of precision machined components for the Oil and Gas, Telecommunications, Aerospace and Defence, Land and Sea Systems, Nuclear and Marine industries and emerging markets. The successful CMM Inspector will have a proven background within inspection with excellent communication and to strive for maintaining high-quality standards of acceptance.

Essential skills needed for CMM Inspector

• Must have right to live and work in the UK *Essential*
• A minimum of 3+ years experience within a similar role
• In depth knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Confident with alternate controls software to create programs for inspection
• Working knowledge of Mitutoyo CMM’S using COSMOS Platform *Desirable*
• PC-DMIS platform *Desirable*

 
Benefits for CMM Inspector

• Excellent pension and life assurance scheme
• Free on-site car parking
• Career and development opportunities
• 34 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• Health cash plan scheme
• Health & wellbeing services
• Employee discount scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Profit sharing scheme
• Reward and recognition

 
Hours for CMM Inspector

• Monday to Wednesday – 5pm to 3.30am
• Thursday – 5pm to 2.30am  

 
If you are interested in this CMM Inspector opportunity, please contact James on 07485 390941 or email James.Ferrier@holtengineering.co.uk

Test Development Engineer

How would you like the opportunity to work for one of the local area’s most well-known Engineering Companies?
 
A market leader within their industry, with a strong order book and new markets continually being pursued with new product offerings in development.  This role sits within the Test function of the business, supporting the hardware development, test and verification in order to deliver electronic or electrical components and subassemblies into projects and products

Our client seeks a Test Development Engineer who is very much a “doer” as a primary and a strong Test Technician as a secondary. You will be mentored and supported by the Engineering Manager
The Test Development Engineer will be an experienced hands-on individual who has sound test knowledge and capability with a background in defence, aviation, aerospace, or military would be ideal.
 
 
 Responsibilities for the Test Development Engineer:

• Conduct Valve Development testing under the supervision and mentoring of R&D technicians, design engineers and the Engineering Manager, applying sound engineering practices in a timeframe consistent with business objectives.
• Design qualification test parameters for the validation of new products in accordance with project objectives and milestones.
• Apply relevant engineering standards, legislation, certification, and customer compliance ensuring comprehensive validation and reporting is delivered.
• Compile test reports as required for documenting design validation compliance and maintaining comprehensive traceability.
• Conduct concurrent engineering tasks optimising designs for manufacturing methodology, assembly, and testing processes.
• Develop test equipment capabilities and continuous improvement in data acquisition software/hardware and pressure/flow mechanical equipment.
• Conduct VAVE tasks to derivative and existing products, ensuring manufacturing costs are minimised and cost targets are achieved working coherently with production Engineers.

 
 
Experience required for the Test Development Engineer:

• Mechanical Engineering Degree, Diploma, or equivalent qualification or experience.
• Demonstrable key skills in and knowledge around materials, stress analysis, and practical mechanical assembly.
• Practical skills and good working knowledge of precision manufacturing, CNC lathes, milling, and general Fabrication.
• Experience or knowledge of engineering software, 2D and 3D CAD, FEA, CFD, Mathcad, and MS Office, preferably using Autodesk platforms (AutoCAD, Inventor, ANSYS).
• Professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organisational skills as the role will involve working on various projects simultaneously, including coordinating with other project team members, liaising with manufacturing and sales departments, reviewing progress as well as evaluating results.
• Commitment to work to deadlines and determination to see a job through to a satisfactory conclusion.
• Knowledge of high-pressure valves for Nuclear, Oil, Gas and Space.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering and solenoid design.

 
Benefits for the Electronics Engineer Manager include:

• Flexible working – Hybrid options
• Pension
• Competitive salary

 
This is a full-time permanent position for the successful. Test Development Engineer
For more information simply apply now or call Ian on 07734406996 or e-mail ian.broadhurst@holtengineering.co.uk

Wireperson
 
We currently have an opportunity for a skilled Wireperson to work with one of our top manufacturing clients and progress their career.
 
As a skilled Wireperson you will enjoy working within a dynamic team and on products for industries including Food and Pharmaceutical. The Wireperson will also be utilising various state of the art tools and equipment to produce solutions to very high industry standards, and there is a strong chance of this role leading to a more supervisory position.
 
Wireperson responsibilities:

• Use technical drawings and manuals to wire machinery and connect panels.
• Maintain continued high standards in keeping with industry accreditations.
• Report and document on all route cards and job history.
• Be proactive in reporting any issues or faults with products and assemblies.
• Ensure housekeeping and all H&S policies and procedures are adhered to.

 
Wireperson experience:

• Previous experience working on cable assemblies, general assemblies, and looms.
• Confident with technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Understanding of IPC standards are highly desirable.
• PC literate and knowledge of MS Office software packages.
• Excellent levels of communication skills both verbal and written.
• Motivated with a proactive attitude towards work and issues.

 
Wireperson benefits:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced maternity / paternity leave
• Death in service
• Company sick pay scheme
• Highstreet discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

 
This is a full time permanent position for the successful Wireperson. For more information simply apply now or call Nathan on 07921 479890.

Senior Systems Design Engineer 

Senior Systems Design Engineer 

The Company:

My client, a full system life-cycle manufacturer of secure communication systems, antennas, image technology and embedded computing are looking for a Senior Systems Design Engineer to join their growing team in Redditch. Their products can be found transmitting high bandwidth data across hostile terrain, enabling secure ticket sales on trains, processing colossal amounts of data or gathering scientific insight in the cold and crushing depths of the ocean floor! 

Senior Systems Design Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and interpret project technical requirements to develop concept architectures / designs.
• Design and develop hardware solutions, from concept through to qualification / implementation / integration.
• Ensure all customer requirements are met throughout the development process, to demonstrate fulfilment of Verification and Validation activities.
• Support the development of test strategies and plans for formal qualification testing (including shock, vibration, EMC, Safety etc.)
• Produce and maintain any required design documentation.
• Play an active role in key milestone events such as Design Reviews, both internal and customer facing
• Support the build of initial prototypes / qualification systems.
• Supporting other Systems Engineering Team members with design information as required
• Knowledge of Project, Systems Engineering and Business lifecycles, with an understanding of Engineering activities at each stage of the lifecycle
• Provide support, as required, to other areas of the Business.
• Work with external suppliers and manufacturers; maintaining strong working relationships.

Senior Systems Design Engineer Requirements:

• Experience in a Systems Engineering environment, ideally defence-related
• Designing products for harsh environments – i.e. shock, vibration, thermal extremes – working knowledge of Military Specifications and Standards is a benefit
• Extensive knowledge of Electrical / Electronic / Computer components and systems
• Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals, processes, and standards
• Good understanding of EMC, particularly in systems design
• Experience of designing for longevity and useability / through-life support, for example consideration of Human Factors and Integrated Logistics Support requirements
• Competent at producing accurate and professional documentation
• Understands the need for configuration control, change management and security marking aspects of all types of documentation and drawings
• Experienced in managing own work and able to prioritise tasks to meet milestones
• Working in a multi-disciplined environment (mechanical, electrical, electronic, safety, human factors, security, software etc.)
• Good attention to detail, conscientious, and takes pride in work
• Able to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative
• Fully conversant with Microsoft Office Suite
• Due to the nature of the work carried out, all applicants must be eligible for SC Clearance

The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

• Knowledge of EU/UK safety and CE regulations would be an asset

Senior Systems Design Engineer Benefits:

• 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays increasing upon length of service.
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Pension – 5% employee, 4% employer (salary sacrifice)
• Development opportunities relevant to your role
• Enrolled in Employee Share Scheme following 12 months service.
• Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme
• Cycle to work scheme.
• EV scheme.

What Next?

If you’re a well-accomplished Senior Systems Design Engineer, simply apply now or call/message Ollie for more information on 07483 100630. oliver@holtengineering.co.uk

Senior Systems Design Engineer 

The Company:

My client, a full system life-cycle manufacturer of secure communication systems, antennas, image technology and embedded computing are looking for a Senior Systems Design Engineer to join their growing team in Redditch. Their products can be found transmitting high bandwidth data across hostile terrain, enabling secure ticket sales on trains, processing colossal amounts of data or gathering scientific insight in the cold and crushing depths of the ocean floor! 

Senior Systems Design Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and interpret project technical requirements to develop concept architectures / designs.
• Design and develop hardware solutions, from concept through to qualification / implementation / integration.
• Ensure all customer requirements are met throughout the development process, to demonstrate fulfilment of Verification and Validation activities.
• Support the development of test strategies and plans for formal qualification testing (including shock, vibration, EMC, Safety etc.)
• Produce and maintain any required design documentation.
• Play an active role in key milestone events such as Design Reviews, both internal and customer facing
• Support the build of initial prototypes / qualification systems.
• Supporting other Systems Engineering Team members with design information as required
• Knowledge of Project, Systems Engineering and Business lifecycles, with an understanding of Engineering activities at each stage of the lifecycle
• Provide support, as required, to other areas of the Business.
• Work with external suppliers and manufacturers; maintaining strong working relationships.

Senior Systems Design Engineer Requirements:

• Experience in a Systems Engineering environment, ideally defence-related
• Designing products for harsh environments – i.e. shock, vibration, thermal extremes – working knowledge of Military Specifications and Standards is a benefit
• Extensive knowledge of Electrical / Electronic / Computer components and systems
• Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals, processes, and standards
• Good understanding of EMC, particularly in systems design
• Experience of designing for longevity and useability / through-life support, for example consideration of Human Factors and Integrated Logistics Support requirements
• Competent at producing accurate and professional documentation
• Understands the need for configuration control, change management and security marking aspects of all types of documentation and drawings
• Experienced in managing own work and able to prioritise tasks to meet milestones
• Working in a multi-disciplined environment (mechanical, electrical, electronic, safety, human factors, security, software etc.)
• Good attention to detail, conscientious, and takes pride in work
• Able to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative
• Fully conversant with Microsoft Office Suite
• Due to the nature of the work carried out, all applicants must be eligible for SC Clearance

The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

• Knowledge of EU/UK safety and CE regulations would be an asset

 
Senior Systems Design Engineer Benefits:

• 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays increasing upon length of service.
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Pension – 5% employee, 4% employer (salary sacrifice)
• Development opportunities relevant to your role
• Enrolled in Employee Share Scheme following 12 months service.
• Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme
• Cycle to work scheme.
• EV scheme.

What Next?

If you’re a well-accomplished Senior Systems Design Engineer, simply apply now or call/message Liam on 07483 100631 or email me on liam.nother@holtengineering.co.uk

Technical Author

The Company:

My client, a full system life-cycle manufacturer of secure communication systems, antennas, image technology and embedded computing are looking for Technical Author to join their growing team in Redditch. Their products can be found transmitting high bandwidth data across hostile terrain, enabling secure ticket sales on trains, processing colossal amounts of data or gathering scientific insight in the cold and crushing depths of the ocean floor! 

Purpose of a Technical Author

To be flexible and adaptable approach to their workload, who is curious and open minded and keen to seek out evolving and innovative ways to add value to the role.

Reporting to the Head of Systems Engineering, the purpose of this role is to produce and update technical documentation for a variety of systems and equipment in various formats based on the intended audience.

A degree in Engineering, English, Writing or similar. Must be able to gain Security Clearance.

Technical Author Key Responsibilities

• You have exceptional written communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
• You have an ability to understand and interpret technical products to both a technical and non-technical audience.
• You have strong communication and collaboration skills. • Experience of working with military specifications and document formats.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Competent in the creation and editing of drawings, layout of documents and the creation of text to a professional standard.
• Proficient in the creation of clear complex documentation to support an Engineering readership.
• Able to interpret technical detail/specifications and convert them into a variety of different formats, taking the end user into consideration.
• Experience of Technical Authoring software packages.
• The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC security clearance for this role

Technical Author Requirements:

• Understand/interpret a variety of technical documents and drawings.
• Ability to use a wide variety of sources of information to extract necessary and important data in order to populate procedures and operational documentation.
• Understanding of/experience working in a regulated environment.
• Appreciation/understanding of/experience working in industrial and / or military areas together with their associated hazards.
• Research and evaluate engineering source data and specifications.
• Develop or maintain technical publication elements to include theory of operations, testing and troubleshooting procedures, illustrated parts breakdown, removal and installation procedures and schematic diagrams.
• Coordinate the preparation of illustrative materials.
• Conduct quality and in process reviews and validation of technical publications.
• Assist with the development of multiple publication elements for all levels of maintenance, retrofit and repair.
• Assist with the collection, researching and analysis of source data.
• Assist in analysing technical requirements to determine project scope and deliverables from a documentation perspective.

The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

• A background in Engineering demonstrated through a HND equivalent or above in Electronic Engineering or an associated subject.
• Experience or exposure to Data Modules (DMs) Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) Initial Provisioning Lists (IPLs), and Interactive Electronic Technical Publications (IETPs).
• Experience of working with recognised industry standard technical publishing software.

Technical Author Benefits:

• 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays increasing upon length of service.
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Pension – 5% employee, 4% employer (salary sacrifice)
• Development opportunities relevant to your role
• Enrolled in Employee Share Scheme following 12 months service.
• Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme
• Cycle to work scheme.
• EV scheme.

What Next?

If you’re a well-accomplished Technical Author, simply apply now or call/message liam on 07483 100631 or email liam.nother@holtengineering.co.uk