Joining Lead Engineer/welding Engineer - Rugby, United Kingdom - Optima UK Inc Ltd

Optima UK Inc Ltd

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Rugby, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Optima are working with an automation company based in Rugby who are looking for a
Welding/Joining Lead Engineer to join their business.

The goal of the role is to ensure compliance of process technologies (Resistance Welding, SPR, Adhesives/Sealing, Laser, FDS, MIG/MAG, Hemming).

Responsible to drive the integration from the start of SE and throughout project (design, procurement, manufacturing,integration, installation at customer site) up to final Customer acceptance.

You will be leading a team of Joining Engineers and working in full cooperation with the project Team (including representatives from Engineering, Project and Site Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing) and Customer project team representatives.

Main areas of responsibilities are:

Focused on Time, Cost, Risk Management and Scope Change
Identifying opportunities and recommending changes that improve productivity, reduce cost, eliminate waste and improve the overall business. Track and submit reports on progress of the project
Plan project technical activities and staffing (times, costs)
Act as technical interface to customers through liaison and project meetings
Lead technical support in SE Joining Technologies:
Lead SE validation of product and equipment
Interfaces with customer to review the product design. Strong emphasis placed on design for manufacture. Leads test method assessment and validation activities.
Assesses and approves the joining equipment as fit for purpose.
Provide technical assistance at the customer site
Coordinate resources with the Site Manager
Create/coordinate documentation compliant with customer SE and Commissioning standards
Maintain good relationships with customers through quick effective feedback

Required Knowledge & Skills

Previous Leadership experience
Project planning and monitoring
Generalpurpose IT tools: Microsoft, Google, CAD analysis software
Creation of technical reports
Problem solving and decision making methodology
Customers production processes and standards
General assembly processes and new technologies
BIW Joining Technologies
Resistance Welding, SPR, Adhesive/Sealing, Laser, FDS, MIG/MAG, Hemming
Analysing and interpreting test data
C&SM KPI monitoring and actions definition
Proficient in commissioning process mainly related to startup of automatic lines

Behavioral Competencies