About Us
Rheinmetall Weapons and Ammunition UK (RWM UK) is part of the defence engineering company Rheinmetall AG based in Germany. We design, manufacture and support military large-calibre weapon systems used by the British Army and international customers.
About the Team
RWM UK is now starting a new production site in Telford and we are recruiting for two Industrial Engineers will be will be responsible for the start of production and the ramp up into a 3-shift work pattern in the new Barrel Production & Breech Block Production.
Important: In the beginning the ramp-up of the new machinery will be the major target. Therefore a qualification period of several weeks in Germany is planned.
Position Responsibilities:
* Adjustment of CNC programmes, clamping devices, tools, etc. for the new production machines
* Working together with supplier to finalize machine acceptance tests and programming of needed post processors
* Optimisation of manufacturing processes with the aim of improving efficiency and process stability, as well as optimising quality
* Programming of CNC programmes
* Selection of tools, clamping devices and auxiliary equipment
* Design of clamping and auxiliary tools and their procurement
* Creation and maintenance of SAP master data for work plans, workstations, test and goods receipt inspection plans, technical delivery conditions, manufacturing instructions, etc.
* Collaboration on development projects and series production readiness
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
Essential:
* Completed vocational training as an industrial mechanic, CNC-Operator, technical draughtsman or similar with relevant professional experience
* Further training as a technician and/or master craftsman
* Degree in engineering or industrial engineering is an advantage
* Professional experience in production of milling products
* Good knowledge of SAP, Microsoft Office and BDE systems
* Good IT and computer skills
* Experience in CNC programming (focus on turning programming)
* Knowledge of TopSolid and Exapt (or similar)
* Experience with CNC controls and post-processors
Desired:
* Language skills in German
* Experience with the acceptance of new machinery as well as a ramp-up of a new production site
* Worked in the defence industry before
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
We want Rheinmetall to be an employer of choice and for our employees to build a career they can be proud of with us. Through our contracts to deliver world-class products and support, we are able to offer great opportunities for personal development and career advancement through specialist technical roles, essential support functions and leadership positions