Overview
Gordon Murray Automotive is a UK-based global luxury brand dedicated to creating and manufacturing the world’s greatest driving cars. These ultra-exclusive cars are engineered and designed without compromise to provide unrivalled driving experiences and driver-centric connection.
Department: Manufacturing
Location: Dunsfold
Senior Technician – Weld & Frame Structure
The Senior Technician – Weld & Frame Structure is responsible for creating the process and the specification for Welding, structural bonding assembly facility for iStream superlight frame production.
Key Responsibilities
* Support current and new model activities.
* Create production process and facility strategies and support through Team Members in translating those into concrete action plans.
* With support from the Senior Engineer – Welding & Frame Structure, liaise with other departments and suppliers to ensure process targets are met for production.
* Deliver the tools required to enable the manufacturing process of our world-leading car models.
* Evaluate process and coordinate activities with the team to improve welded assembly quality.
* Develop and standardise work instruction for each production process.
* Ensure H&S requirements are met.
* Carry out problem solving activities.
* Support cycle time and line balancing, carry out trials and training activities for the new process.
* Schedule own activities to provide manufacturing deliverables that meet required specifications within timescales and budgets.
* Evaluate weld quality and dimensional accuracy of the welded assembly.
* Liaise with other members of the Manufacturing Engineering Team to support preparation of 2D concepts, layouts, designs for tooling and fixtures, plant installation, weld assembly cells, etc.
* Provide input to the Manufacturing Engineering Team to support feasible design solutions with regard to manufacturing, weld assembly and ISO welding qualifications related to aluminium structures welding.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
* Qualified in approved ISO welding qualifications below or equivalent of BS EN ISO 9606-2: Qualification of Welders – Fusion Welding: Aluminium, BS EN ISO 15614-2: Qualification of Welding Procedures – Arc Welding: Aluminium
* Expert in aluminium joining applications, mainly manual but may also include automated welding, with knowledge to understand the methodology of aluminium welding processes; substantial experience in aluminium welding is expected.
* Knowledge of aluminium welding standards and quality control processes; experience in tubular frame structure manufacture preferred.
* Post weld quality check to meet ISO standards.
* Dimensional verification to the specification.
* Metallurgical destructive testing.
* Catia V5 (or alternative CAD) viewer experience preferred, but not essential.
* Understanding of different assembly processes and equipment.
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
* Ability to work autonomously, manage own workload, and meet goals by planning and scheduling activities.
* Clear and effective communication skills with internal and external clients.
* Trainer-level capability to train others and perform tasks unsupervised.
* Knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines related to manufacturing.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
* Some computer literacy – basics in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Team player who can work closely with GMAE Engineering and GMA production team.
Benefits
* Competitive Base Salary
* Private Medical Scheme
* Life Assurance
* Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme
* Enhanced Personal Pension Plan
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme
* Parking Onsite
Gordon Murray Group is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, race, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require any reasonable adjustments to assist with your application.
All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.
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