The Best Connection is recruiting for an experienced Estimating Engineer for our prestigious Wolverhampton based client.
Working 08:00AM till 17:00PM Monday to Thursday and 08:00AM till 13:00PM on Fridays.
£38,000 to £40,000 per annum negotiable dependant on previous experience.
Purpose and scope of role:
- To assist with the planning and design of the manufacturing process.
- Helping to drive continuous improvement within the department.
- Quote job requests for lead-time and costs.
- Assist with the introduction of new manufacturing capability into the workshop.
- To closley 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 and 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 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.
Candidate should apply with a fully up to date CV outling previous experience.
