Methods Optimization Specialist

3 days ago


Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Wabtec Full time
Job Title: Methods Engineer

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail. We are seeking an experienced Methods Engineer to join our team at the LH Group (a Division of Wabtec UK Ltd) based in Burton on Trent.

Role and Responsibilities:

The key aim of the role is to optimize the assembly and manufacturing process by studying product and manufacturing methods, designing, and delivering robust process flows and work instructions. Support manufacturing program and continuous improvement disciplines in providing cost-effective manufacturing processes for new and existing programs.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Be the interface with the engineering team for cost-effective introduction of new products.
  • Support Production with the investigation of complex production problems, analysis, and recommend corrective solutions or improvements to ensure proper production flow.
  • Participate in the design of workplace and cell layouts to promote efficient overhaul and manufacturing process flow.
  • Identify build sequence and develop product structure for assigned overhaul, assembly, or manufacturing operations.
  • Read, interpret, and evaluate drawings, models, and designs for assembly and manufacture.
  • Design tools, fixtures, test rigs, and jigs.
  • Lead improvement projects and give presentations to managers and staff.
  • Maintain, develop, and update Work Instructions in line with newest practices and improvements.
  • Maintain correct revisions of all documentation.
Requirements:
  • HNC engineering qualification required or equivalent.
  • Good understanding of mathematics, Lean principles, and tools, Six Sigma.
  • CAD Qualification desirable.

If you don't have all the above criteria, don't worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values always put people first, and strive to expand what is possible.

Legal authorisation to work in UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world's toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles... people like you

Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.



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