Manufacturing Engineer - 12 Month Contract
Posted 1 week ago by 83Zero Ltd
£24 Per hour
Undetermined
Undetermined
Peterborough, UK
Summary: The Manufacturing Engineer role focuses on engine testing within a manufacturing environment, specifically managing test activities and supporting New Product Introduction (NPI). The position requires hands-on experience with hot engine testing, preferably with diesel or heavy-duty engines. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced technical setting and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing processes. This is a 12-month contract position based in either Stafford or Peterborough.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and manage test schedules and activities across four large engine test cells for 4 and 5000 series products.
- Provide day-to-day engineering support for engine testing, ensuring test plans are executed efficiently and safely.
- Assist in the planning and execution of New Product Introduction (NPI) test programs.
- Maintain accurate records of test procedures, results, and modifications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to engine test equipment and test processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, quality, and operations.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the test cell area to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in a manufacturing or test environment, preferably involving engine testing.
- Familiarity with hot test procedures and the handling of running engines.
- Strong understanding of mechanical or electrical systems within engine platforms.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Previous experience with 4 and 5000 series engine products or similar heavy-duty engines.
- Exposure to NPI processes in a manufacturing or engineering context.
- Knowledge of test instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
Salary: £23.70 per hour
City: Peterborough
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Manufacturing Engineer
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer - Engine Testing Focus
Contract Length: 12 Months
Location: Stafford, ST1 3UB or Peterborough, PE1 5FQ
Department: Manufacturing/Test Operations
Salary: £20.00p/h - £23.70p/h
We are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer with a strong focus on engine testing to support our test operations. This role is instrumental in managing ongoing test activities and supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) within our manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with hot engine testing-preferably with diesel or heavy-duty engines-and thrive in a fast-paced, technical environment.
Key Responsibilities:Monitor and manage test schedules and activities across four large engine test cells for 4 and 5000 series products.
Provide day-to-day engineering support for engine testing, ensuring test plans are executed efficiently and safely.
Assist in the planning and execution of New Product Introduction (NPI) test programs.
Maintain accurate records of test procedures, results, and modifications.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to engine test equipment and test processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, quality, and operations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the test cell area to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency.
Requirements:
Essential:
Proven experience in a manufacturing or test environment, preferably involving engine testing.
Familiarity with hot test procedures and the handling of running engines.
Strong understanding of mechanical or electrical systems within engine platforms.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Desirable:
Previous experience with 4 and 5000 series engine products or similar heavy-duty engines.
Exposure to NPI processes in a manufacturing or engineering context.
Knowledge of test instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
Contract Terms:
Duration: 12 Months (with potential for extension)
Hours: 37.5 hours/week
