Senior Hardware Engineer

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.

Just Recruitment is seeking a CMM Inspector with previous experience using a CMM, preferably using Inspect 3D software (preferred but not essential) to join a company based in Halstead, Essex.

The role will involve working in the company’s Machining Inspection department working the Monday to Friday late shift (3.00pm to 11.00pm).

Objectives of the job:

Assist the Quality Manager, Quality Department, Engineering Dept. and Departmental Supervisors in improving a high standard of quality/inspection requirements needed within the CNC Machining environment.

Main duties to include:

• First off Dimensional and Visual inspection of Machined products.
• Production running checks of the above-stated.
• SPC and key characteristic dimensional and final visual inspection.
• Roaming inspection of Machined components.
• Full dimensional inspection of both cast and machined products for First Article Inspection Reports (F.A.I.R.s).
• Liaise with departmental supervisors and PED/NPI regarding production loading to ensure that production requirements are met.
• Assist with departmental administration when required (maintenance of job card criteria).

Skills and qualifications required:

• Established history working within quality environments, particularly with previous CMM experience.
• 3 years minimum experience is preferable when undertaking this role.

Essential skills needed:

• To be able to read and understand a technical drawing.
• Interpret CMM reports at a level where they can explain any required adjustments to Machinists.
• Use basic measuring equipment, such as Verniers, micrometres and gauges.

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 an Electronics Hardware Design Engineer for a manufacturing company based in Gillingham, Kent.

You will be working within the company’s Electronics Engineering team, developing electronic designs to fulfil customer and legislative requirements within the challenging context of a high-volume, high quality and harsh manufacturing environment - with Electronic Control Unit products for use in the current portfolio and for future propulsion systems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop new electronic designs for Electronic Control Units
• Evaluate customer and internal requirements and identify gaps in current products
• Prepare product designs to meet internal and customer requirements
• Develop complete schematics, Bill of Materials and other technical documentation
• Develop a worst-case analysis for each requirement
• Create and maintain Electrical DFMEA
• Apply BOD, BOP and defined engineering standards procedures and methodologies to execute project activities
• Provide technical assistance to PCB ECAD teams
• Release design documentation
• Support Validation teams during the Design Validation and Process Validation phases
• Support Test teams located in the Manufacturing Plants
• Prepare reports, technical presentations and status for internal and customer use
• Ensure reports and presentations include clear analysis and summaries for decision-making
• Define, prioritise and execute tasks required to meet project objectives (cost, quality and timing)
• Escalate risks and issues to core team members and management in a timely manner
• Apply problem-solving in the execution of project activities
• Maintain and update Bill of Design guidelines
• Ensure that designs meet cost targets, manufacturability requirements and end-of-line recycling targets
• Develop and maintain test equipment

Required skills/experience include:

• Proven electronics design experience
• Experience with Functional Safety ISO26262 and FMEDA
• Experience with Electrical DFMEA
• Experience with effective problem-solving methodologies
• Experience in automotive electronics hardware development
• Software tools: MS Office, ECAD programs (XPedition Enterprises preferred), Simulation tools
• Fluent in English speaking and writing

Required qualifications:

• University Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or suitable equivalent qualification and experience

This role offers excellent benefits including a generous relocation allowance.

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 working with an international organisation with a manufacturing facility on the outskirts of Sudbury – actively seeking to add a Maintenance Engineer to join its growing team.

Key roles and responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the layout of the site, being involved with and understanding the installation of new services during the development of the site
• Assisting with the layout of the equipment, being involved with and understanding the installation of new equipment and the production process flow
• Being a key member of the Engineering team in the creation of:
• Site engineering maintenance department.
• Site engineering maintenance facility.
• Site engineering control system, maintenance schedules and procedures (CMMS computerised maintenance management system).
• Site engineering technical stores.
• Site engineering technical library both manual and electronic.
• Fault finding and problem solving on a variation of production and site equipment.
• Create and carry out planned maintenance schedules.
• Liaise with suppliers and service companies regarding problem-solving and service engineer visits.
• Identify spare parts for all equipment, in line with business strategies.
• Liaise with Production Teams and identify, implement, and optimise improvements to machinery and plant.
• Identify and carry out engineering improvement projects when required.
• Actively train down skills through standardised work to both Production Operatives through TPM & other shift Engineers.
• Work with suppliers in the installation of new and existing plant and equipment
• Provide technical assistance to aid in the verification of new equipment.

Essential qualifications and experience required:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• HNC Engineering qualification.
• Experience in PPM and TPM.
• Experienced in both mechanical and electrical fault finding.
• Experience in a fast-paced maintenance department.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business that offers a competitive salary and a great working location.

Please note: Due to the company's location – you must have access to your own transport.

This role involves working split shifts: Days – Monday to Friday only.

Please note that you are required to be on call out – on a rota basis, once a month to cover evenings and weekends.

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