Overview of salaries statistics of the profession "Welding Engineer in UK"

Develop, implement and optimise welding processes.Drive actions with cross functional teams to improve all KPIs for the plant, ensuring production attainment, efficiency, quality & scrap reduction objectivesUtilise design software to design fixtures & break it down to customersParticipate in the daily start-up/accountability meetingsManage and implement engineering changes requests from design to productionWork with NPI Project Engineers to implement new products to existing and new production linesManage and present data to various levels of the organisationMonday - Friday 08:30 - 17:00 / 15:00 on FridayYou will be either a Process/Manufacturing/Production/hands on Design Engineer, with experience in a manufacturing environment, as well as:A recgonised Engineering qualification (Ideally, Production/Manufacturing Engineering)Knowledge in welding process development and optimisation would be an advantageKnowledge of manual & automated welding again would be an advantageProficiency in using CAD software for design purposesA track record with MIG/TIG welding is desirableStrong problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detailGood communication skills to effectively work with team members and stakeholders

As the Manufacturing Engineer you will be responsible for the following;Creating and implementing Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) schedules for key manufacturing equipment.Creating SOP's for designated processes.Engaging in creative problem solving to address operational issues including ergonomic / safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, quality concerns.Providing reactive breakdown support in a busy process and production machinery environment.Implement 5S initiatives across site as required.Provide cover for Senior Manufacturing Engineer as and when required.Work effectively with all MPE departments, as necessary.Identify or design jigs/tools and fixtures to aid production.Maintain records as required for all activities,Manage key Capex projects liaising with all key stakeholders.Empowered to identify opportunities for improvement and challenge current processes and procedures.As Manufacturing Engineer you should have:HNC/Equivalent or minimum or 5 years experience within Mechanical EngineeringA solid understanding of continuous improvement & LEAN methodologiesA background within one or more of the following fields; Assembly, Fabrication, Welding, Mechanical EngineeringAbility to find solutions to problems and implement positive changesComfortable implementing CAPEX projects