Just Recruitment is seeking a Senior Product Inspection Engineer for a manufacturer based in Gillingham, Kent.

This role offers a great opportunity for an experienced engineer to join a diverse team of inspection engineers and technicians, using state-of-the-art measurement technologies and facilities to support the development of cutting-edge ICE technology towards achieving carbon-free goals.

Job purpose:

The Product Inspection function provides measurement expertise to support key engineering activities from product performance validation to new product development.

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out dimensional and surface inspection according to design specifications, using a microscope, hand gauges, contact and optical measurement systems.
• Produce detailed inspection reports and communicate technical information effectively with key stakeholders.
• Be accountable for inspection method and measurement process development, as well as work with the product engineering and validation team to define detailed requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues, customers, suppliers, as well as research new technology to improve department capability to meet product development and program needs.
• Responsible for the development and validation of measurement processes and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement.
• Conduct measurement trials and capability analysis.
• Equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Ensure EH&S and Quality Management System conformance (IATF 16949).

Mandatory skills

• Previous experience in the field of dimensional metrology or precision engineering.
• Solid fundamental knowledge of dimensional metrology.
• Applied knowledge of measurement best practices.
• Experience using manual and digital microscopes.
• Experience using contact and optical 3D metrology equipment (such as Zygo and Taylor Hobson surface measurement instruments).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to contribute in a team environment.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• To be a self-starter, self-motivated and willing to learn new skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines when required.
• Good understanding of 5S and workplace organisation.

Desirable

• Experience working in automotive sectors and knowledge of diesel common rail fuel injection systems, test environments and diesel engines would be beneficial.
• Applied experience with surface finish measurement.
• Data-driven mindset, experience in applying design for inspection and statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of traceability, measurement uncertainty, gauge R&R and
• Measurement System Analysis (MSA).
• Experience in writing measurement programmes (CMMs and Taylor Hobson - Talyrond).
• Practical experience in metrology software, preferably Polyworks.
• Knowledge of dimensional metrology standards and surface finish standards.
• Programming skills using Matlab and VBA.
• 3D CAD experience.
• Experience in mentoring apprentices or junior engineers.

Qualifications/Educational/Experience:

• Degree in appropriate engineering discipline or apprenticeship + 5 years’ experience.

Desirable

• Master’s degree in metrology or precision engineering discipline.
• NPL Dimensional Measurement Certificate – Levels 1 & 2 would be beneficial.

Just Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent roles.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Just Recruitment is seeking a CNC Lathe Setter/Operator to work on a rotating shift pattern of one-week earlies (07.00 to 15.00) and one-week lates (15.00 to 23.00) for a company based in Halstead, Essex.

Key responsibilities/experience will include:

• CNC Turning using Doosan and Lynx lathes with Fanuc 21I-T controls.
• A good understanding of drawings and geometric tolerances both metric and imperial.
• Using measuring equipment such as micrometres, verniers, plug gauges, screw gauges, and ring gauges.
• A good understanding of CNC programming is imperative.

Skills and qualifications:

• An in-depth understanding and experience of CNC Lathe / Turning.
• Able to understand component drawings.

Role requirements:

You will be highly organised with a meticulous approach to work and a high level of attention to detail.

You will possess excellent teamwork and communication skills and will be able to work unsupervised in a high-pressure manufacturing environment.

You will have the ability to confidently discuss design options and knowledge of influence on part manufacture and cost is also essential.

Just Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent roles.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.