Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Datum Tool Design - PROJECT ENGINEER About Datum Tool Design:
Datum Tool Designhasgrownandestablisheditselfover
25yearstobecomeaspecialistin 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 Engineer who 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/supplier visits. Responsibleforleading&coordinatingthemanufactureof projectsfromreleasethough to delivery within a production/manufacturing environment, ensuring adherence to cost, quality and schedule. Reviewandinterpret Drawings,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. Workcloselywithinhouse Design,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. Strong analytical,planningandproblem-solvingskillswithexcellentattentiontodetail. Goodtimemanagementskills. Proactivelycontributestotheteam. Showsmoralcourage,opennessandhonestyinalldealings. Self-motivatedandabletoworkunderpressure. Positive attitude & open to learning / development.

Required Experience:

Degreein

EngineeringorHNC/HND(Mechanical,Aerospaceor Manufacturing) with associated engineering experience. Haveatleast5yearsrelevantexperiencewithinatooldesign/engineering environment. StrongCADexperience,preferably in

Catia. 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(Material Requirements Planning ) systems. Familiarity/experiencewithmanual/CNCmachining. Familiarity/experience with

Inspection/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