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Mechanical Project Engineer

Mechanical Project Engineer – Salary : £26 p/h PAYE on initial 6 month contract with option to move permanent.

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Mechanical/Project Engineer to join my clients team in Redditch. You will be responsible for managing projects from start to finish, from supporting estimates for the customer to taking on the actual development of the product.

The Redditch site specializes in the design, development, and manufacture of components for small-scale cooling infra-red devices used in guided weapons and thermal imaging systems, high pressure actuation systems, and satellite cryogenic systems. This means that you will be working on cutting-edge technology that is used in some of the most demanding environments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and be able to work independently and as part of a team. They will also be able to communicate effectively with customers and other stakeholders.

Key Mechanical Project Engineer responsibilities:

 

• Lead engineering of mechanical products from concept through completion of qualification.
• Develop/support development, from concept to production, of product/test rigs/processes that adhere to customer’s performance, qualification & safety specifications, whilst also adhering to milestone and cost requirements.
• Organizing and coordinating tasks associated with the successful completion of activities in support of engineering programs such as New Product Introduction (NPI), productionisation and engineering production support.
• Coordinate/support transition from engineering to production, of new products within specified cost, schedule, and process requirements, ensuring the manufacturability of new products.
• Support technical proposals for new business enquiries, as directed, and support the sales function as required.
• Implement defined engineering process improvement measures and activities that will improve quality and cost-effective production, enhancing customer satisfaction.
• Provide necessary engineering technical support to other program teams within engineering and production.
• Provide monthly progress reports of activities relating to projects.
• Where necessary support product manufacturing with deviation/waivers and route cause corrective action.

Key Mechanical Project Engineer requirements:

 

• Minimum Mechanical Based Engineering Degree (HND/HNC acceptable if supported by relevant work experience), with some experience in relevant industry.
• Experience of working in an engineering function as opposed to production is advantageous.
• Understanding of new product development, product lifecycle and introduction to production through a gated process is advantageous.
• Desired industry experience can be defence, aerospace, automotive, or oil / gas (other industries are encouraged to apply if supported by demonstrable ability).
• Project engineering experience useful with understanding of typical project engineering tools and processes.
• Strong communication/organizational skills working with multifunctional teams.
• Strong engineering and analytical skills advantageous.
• Understanding/background of thermodynamics, heat transfer and/or fluid mechanics would be an advantage.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes would be an advantage.
• Looking for a driven individual with a willingness to learn new technologies and develop their skills.

 

37 hrs per week (3 days office (Monday Tues & Thursday), 2 days at home) 8am – 5pm Mon – Thurs & 8am – 12 noon Friday

UK security clearance is required on all successful candidates.

To apply for the Mechanical Project Engineer role:

 

Please contact Harry Parsons on 07739277675 or contact via email at harry.parsons@holtengineering.co.uk

Quality Control Inspector

Quality Control Inspector Salary: £34-38k

 

Quality Control Inspector Role & Responsibilities

• You’ll need a proven background in Inspection
• Comfortable using a range of hand tools such as verniers, height gauges, micrometres & shadow graphs
• A background working to aerospace, defence or similar industry
• This role will entail a 50/50 split of inspection and the paperwork that goes with it
• The ability to use/program a CMM will be advantageous
• You will be responsible for the pre, during and post-production inspection
• Piece-by-piece inspection will be required for the more complex components
• Happy to handle the PPAP, APQP and FAIRs side of the role

 

The Company

Operating across the globe, this precision engineering company provide a wide range of services, including machining, fabrication and welding, and more. Mainly supplying the aerospace, defence, energy, and medical companies with a growing order book to expand their reach even further. It is looking for a well-accomplished Quality Control Inspector to join their team to ensure their remarkably high standard is maintained.

 

What Next?

If you’re an aspiring Quality Control Inspector and looking to progress with the right business in a supportive environment, apply now or call/message Hayden on 07955 081 482 for more information.

Configuration Engineer

 
How would you like the opportunity to work for one of the local areas most well-known Defence industry solutions providers?

 
Our client is a technological leader in many sectors with an excellent reputation within their industry, they have a unique and unrivalled knowledge in their field.

With an impressive order book and continual new product offerings in development, this is a fantastic company to be part of and progress within. They are also a business who support their team members to create a work life balance, which is refreshing.

Our client is looking for a Configuration Engineer to join their team. You will be responsible for capturing, controlling, and releasing product configuration information for Locations, Systems, Hardware and Software and Firmware at all stages of the lifecycle.

 

  Responsibilities for the Configuration Engineer:

• You will create and maintain Configuration Status Accounting and Configuration Items Lists records.
• Support CM Team Led and SDA in Identification, capture and release of design and technical information.
• Ensure that all ECR/ECN submissions meet defined quality and completeness criteria prior to approval.
• Support the Configuration Team Lead with planning, management, audit, and assessment activities when requested in support of the Configuration Management Working Group
• Perform dap analysis on baseline status for planned baseline release and governance rates.

 
Experience required for the Configuration Engineer:

• Knowledge and experience of managing contractors and suppliers CM interfaces.
• In depth knowledge of the System/Product Lifecycles (for System, Application, HW, SW, FW)
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of performing and managing CM processes throughout the full product/ system lifecycle within a design and production engineering environment.
• Provide guidance on the creation and progression of ECR/ECN change vehicles for all stages of the change process.
• Administer and provide user support to the project/product team with respect to the PIM tool and CM processes.

 

Benefits for the Configuration Engineer include:

• Dental cover and medical
• Phone discount
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Car purchase scheme
• Travel insurance
• On site gym
• Well-being program
• Employee assistance programme
• Plus, more…

 
This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Configuration Engineer. For more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or e-mail alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk

 

Systems Engineer

 
How would you like the opportunity to work for one of the local areas most well-known Defence industry solutions providers?

 
Our client is a technological leader in many sectors with an excellent reputation within their industry, they have a unique and unrivalled knowledge in their field.

With an impressive order book and continual new product offerings in development, this is a fantastic company to be part of and progress within.

Our client is looking for a Systems Engineer to join their team. You will be responsible for managing and conducting systems engineering activities throughout the complete product life cycle.

 
 Responsibilities for the Systems Engineer:

•  You will deliver key system engineering processes across the product life cycle.
•  The role will require you to work closely with the project teams including the System Design Authority, Engineering Manager and Team Engineers
•  You will be required to use your expertise and knowledge to make a strong contribution to bids and projects.
•  Solving complex problems and critically reviewing results and methods to ensure quality.
•  You will be expected to expand your knowledge into new domain areas and work across domains to see the bigger picture.
•  You will need to apply strong systems engineering principles in a multi-disciplinary environment.

 
 Experience required for the Systems Engineer:

• IBM DOORS, Enterprise Architect, UML/ SysML
• Educated to a degree level or equivalent in engineering.
• Knowledge and understanding of systems engineering principles and their application to multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Familiarity with Defence Standards (particularly DEF-STAN and MIL STD)
• Preferably have a sound knowledge of military systems, ideally maritime systems. Highly regulated industries such as Aerospace, Nuclear or Rail
• Experience with system architectural design and development using Model base systems engineering techniques.

 
Benefits for the Systems Engineer include:

• Dental cover and medical
• Phone discount
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Car purchase scheme
• Travel insurance
• On site gym
• Well-being program
• Employee assistance programme
• Plus, more…

 
This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Systems Engineer. For more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or e-mail alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk

CNC Machinists
CNC Machinists Salary: £14-18.50 ph (DoE & shift)
 
The Company
Specialists in precision engineering, this expanding business has been on the up for several years and due to that growth, is looking for skilled machinists to join their team. You’ll be learning from some of the most experienced machinists around and machining components to a matter of microns.
 
CNC Machinists’ Role & Responsibilities

• Able to set & operate CNC Mill and/or Lathes
• Well-practiced with Fanuc or Mazak controls
• A background in working to tight tolerances, ideally to aerospace, defence or similar standards
• Due to recent expansion, there are multiple positions for CNC Millers & Turners on days & nights.
• These are a full-time, permanent positions
• £28k – £40k depending on shift & experience

What’s in it for you?

• 4 Day Week
• Overtime @ 1.5x 
• Flexible working hours
• 6% company contribution
• 33 days holiday (inc Bank Holidays)
• Lots more!

 
What Next?
Easy, if you enjoy machining a range of components to tight tolerances, all you need to do now is call/text Hayden on 07955 081 482 if you’d like some more information or apply now for the CNC Machinist position and I’ll get in touch with you. 

CNC Miller
CNC Miller Salary: £16-20 DoE
 
The Company
The company specialises in the manufacture of landing gear, hydraulic, and actuation components and assemblies for the aerospace industry. They have a strong track record of quality and innovation leading to a lot of repeat business and sustained growth. They are committed to providing their customers with the highest quality products and services and looking to improve further by bringing in a quality CNC Miller to join the team on a permanent basis.

My client is looking for either a skilled CNC Miller Setter/Operator or a proficient CNC Miller Programmer to join the team.
 
CNC Miller Role & Requirements

• Be able to set, operate and complete basic program editing
• Well-versed using Fanuc controls
• Experience on a CNC Mill with at least 4 axis
• A fully-fledged CNC Miller Programmer will be able to command the higher end of the £16-20 ph salary bracket
• A background working to aerospace, defence or similar standards

 
What Else?

• Due to an extremely high workload, there is currently a lot of overtime available (subject to change)
• 4-day working week
• The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work with a talented team of engineers and technicians.

 
What Next?
Simply click apply now or call Hayden at Holt Engineering for more information on 07955 081 482 if you’re a well-accomplished & driven CNC Miller.

CNC Turner Setter / Operator – Fanuc

Salary – dependent on experience but c. £14-17 per hour

Location – Andover

 

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established precision Engineering company in the Andover area, who are looking for an experienced CNC Turner Setter / Operator to join their growing team, with an immediate start.

The successful CNC Turner Setter / Operator will have:

 

• Solid experience in setting and operating CNC machines to prove out first off and production on Fanuc systems.
• Writing and editing online programmes (Fanuc) for effective machining of components.
• Good understanding of geometric tolerances and methodical problem solving. 
• Knowledge of high spec industry standards such as Defence, Motorsport, Medical or Aerospace. 

**   NB this role does not require programming skills as a requirement as training will be provided but it would be preferable

How to apply for this CNC Turner Setter / Operator role:

If you are interested in finding out more get in touch with Harry Parsons on 07739277675, email or send us your CV by clicking Apply Now!

MIG Welder
MIG Welder Salary: £14-16 ph
 
The Company
A successful, busy & expanding company based in Poole that specialises in sheet metal welding, fabrication & assembly. Producing work to the tight tolerances of the aerospace, defence, marine & similar industries, you won’t be short of work in this clean, well-lit and spacious working environment.
 
MIG Welder Role & Responsibilities

• A proven background in MIG Welding
• Top-notch fabrication skills
• Well-practised working with sheet metal, working to thicknesses of 1mm
• Comfortable welding mild steel, stainless steel & aluminium
• Mon – Fri on days with an early finish on a Friday
• £28 – 32.5k salary (depending on experience)
• Full-time, permanent position

 
What Next?
Apply now if you’re seeking a new challenge as an accomplished MIG Welder or call/message Hayden on 07955 081 482. 

The Company
My client is a precision engineering company with decades of experience in the aerospace and defence industries. They design, manufacture, and supply high-quality components for a wide range of applications, including jet engines, aircraft structures, and weapons systems. My client is committed to providing their customers with the highest quality products and services, and they are looking for skilled & experienced Deburrer to join their team.

• Tapping either manual or micro tap
• Balance Turbine wheels, shafts and gears within drawing spec 
• Deburring of Machined parts 
• Drilling and dressing of components 
• This position is a Double day shift Monday to Thursday 07:00am-3.30pm & Friday 07:00am-1:00pm, Late shift Monday to Thursday 3:30pm-12:00am.

 
Skills and Experience Required 

• Extrudahone experience (Desirable)
• Confident using manual & air tools with a steady hand 
• Ability to read compass points and use measuring equipment 
• Able to read technical drawings
• Familiarity with aerospace procedure and acceptance 

If you’re local to Yeovil and want to work within a fun, friendly & supportive environment, apply for the Bench fitter/Deburrer role now or call Ian  on 07734406996 for more information.

Project Engineer

We are currently partnering with a privately owned, well established, and thriving business. Their steady continual growth has led to opportunities across the business, and they are now looking for a Project Engineer to join the team. Our client is proud to offer long term career development within a strong growing business – whose portfolio of clients include Marine Defence, Aerospace, Simulation, and other more challenging sectors.
 
The role of Project Engineer is to manage a series of new and existing customers, providing a service, supplying them with parts- whilst ensuring a sustainable level of profit for the company.

Key responsibilities as Project Engineer:

• Co-ordination of projects from cradle to grave
• Commercial responsibility and estimating
• Account management of customers
• Come up with innovative manufacturing solutions for parts
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Bill Of Materials. Loading sales orders and ensuring delivery notes are provided for your projects.
• Preparing Engineering Management plans, including estimates for schedule and resource requirements.
• Ensure that materials are made available in a timely manner, through procurement or delegating procurement activities
• Project manage component manufacture through factory and working with external suppliers as required.
• Assistance with operating and maintaining shop-floor equipment such as Autoclaves and ovens
• Occasional UK and overseas travel

Experience as Project Engineer:

• Degree level education in Engineering
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Experience with composite and GRP materials and manufacturing

Benefits for Project Engineer:

• Competitive Salary
• Quarterly Bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday (with service)
• Company sick pay
• Pension scheme
• Perkbox membership – discounts on high street shopping, holidays
• Vocational training
• On site canteen facilities
• Work wear and PPE
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health and Safety training

 
This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Project Engineer
For more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk