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.

The individual will be responsible for:

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.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

Essential:

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.

Desired:

Experience in defining and managing Key Performance Indicators.

IOSH Managing Safety qualification.

Understanding of Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs).

Experience working with SAP and Teamcenter.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

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