We are currently recruiting a Composite Project Engineer to work for a leading manufacturing organisation in Hampshire.
Job Purpose
To assist the Project Manager to lead and execute engineering projects for the development of
new/existing projects and processes.
To support the production of tooling and components by maintaining all project/component specific
systems, preparing production documentation, enabling kit creation and resolving issues during
production.
Work with the customer and design teams to determine specifications, production methods &
materials. Create drawings and build documentation to support manufacture and provide hands on
and technical support throughout the life of the projects.
Key Tasks
To support engineering with tooling (Design and setup of Composite and Metallic Production
tooling) and component manufacturing projects, developing and assisting in new designs
and processes
Technical support on the manufacture of composites (Direct Injection Resin Infusion, Pre-
preg, Wet-lay with vacuum bagging etc.)
To ensure that internal databases (Quality and MRP) are maintained with latest product
information
To produce product specification project plans
To monitor and co-ordinate with internal and external suppliers
To review and interrogate designs and CAD drawings
Produce Bill of Materials (BOMs) and assist in creating detailed instructions for manufacture
To assist in the creation and maintenance of FMEA and product validation
Work closely with production teams to communicate project/product specific manufacturing
requirements
Highlight and resolve issues during production, requesting support where required
Key Skills/Experience
Mechanical/Composite engineering
Product and Process development
Knowledge in both 2D and 3D CAD
DFM knowledge
FMEA knowledge
Knowledge of composite pre-preg and wet layup processes
Knowledge of drawing standards and GD&T would be advantageous
Maintenance of BOMs
Creation of technical documentation
Computer literate (MS Office – Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Qualifications
Engineering Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent relevant experience.
Project management qualification.
Vocational qualification in relevant field (Composite Manufacture).