Datum Tool Design – PROJECT ENGINEER
About Datum Tool Design:
DatumToolDesignhasgrownandestablisheditselfover25yearstobecomeaspecialistin designing & manufacture of high-precision tooling for the aerospace industry. We provide Aerospace Tooling Packages for a wide range of UK & International customers, and our engineering solutions support some of the most advanced aircraft programs delivering innovation & quality.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking a motivated Project Engineerwho has a strong background in mechanical / manufacturing engineering, project coordination, and preferably a solid understanding of aerospace tooling design and fabrication.
Role & Key Responsibilities:
- 40hstandardweek(flexibleworkingaroundcorehours)anditwouldbeexpectedtobe able to support overtime working as & when required to meet the project deadlines.
- Onoccasionssupporttraveloncompanybusinesswithcustomer/suppliervisits.
- Responsibleforleading&coordinatingthemanufactureof projectsfromreleasethough to delivery within a production/manufacturing environment, ensuringadherence to cost, quality and schedule.
- ReviewandinterpretDrawings,CADmodels,specificationswithattentiontoGD&T.
- Possesstheskillstoinfluenceandcommunicateatalllevels,whileremainingcalmunder the pressure of organising more than one project simultaneously.
- Liaiseefficientlywithcustomersprovidingprojectupdates,answeringtechnicalqueries and agree resolution to variances or non-conformances raised.
- WorkcloselywithinhouseDesign,Production&Qualitytomeetcustomerrequirements and follow internal procedures.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and status reports & effectively communicate project updates at production meetings with management.
Skills and Attributes:
- Goodcommunicatorwiththeabilitytoformandmaintaingoodrelationshipsinternally and externally.
- Stronganalytical,planningandproblem-solvingskillswithexcellentattentiontodetail.
- Goodtimemanagementskills.
- Proactivelycontributestotheteam.
- Showsmoralcourage,opennessandhonestyinalldealings.
- Self-motivatedandabletoworkunderpressure.
- Positive attitude & open to learning / development.
Required Experience:
- DegreeinEngineeringorHNC/HND(Mechanical,AerospaceorManufacturing)with associated engineering experience.
- Haveatleast5yearsrelevantexperiencewithinatooldesign/engineeringenvironment.
- StrongCADexperience,preferablyinCatia.
- Possessgoodknowledgeandunderstandingofmaterials,manufacturing processes& Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Computer literate and proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project).
Desirable Experience:
- Experiencespecificallyinaerospaceengineering/manufacture.
- UseofMRP(MaterialRequirementsPlanning)systems.
- Familiarity/experiencewithmanual/CNCmachining.
- Familiarity/experiencewithInspection/Metrology.
- Familiarity / experience with Composite manufacturing processes.
Salary will be negotiable dependant on relevant experience.
The position will offer a competitive salary and include health insurance and contributory pension scheme. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company & be involved with new & challenging projects
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