Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Plant & Equipment Specialist)

Role Overview:

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will focus on the development, approval, and maintenance of Plant & Equipment within a large industrial environment, with a special focus on railway applications. The role involves the creation of detailed technical documentation, engagement with stakeholders, and the oversight of equipment installation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Writing:

  • Develop detailed technical documents for tendering new Plant & Equipment.
  • Author Plant Approval documents ensuring safe usage of equipment on the Railway.
  • Prepare scoping documents for upgrading existing equipment.
  • Produce condition reports on existing Plant.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Collaborate with various stakeholders on the introduction of new production Plant, writing comprehensive specifications.
  • Lead or support the installation and commissioning processes for new Plant & Equipment.

• Development & Engineering:

  • Drive the development of new Plant & Equipment specific to the railway environment.
  • Assess and document electrical load applications for new and existing equipment.

• Plant & Equipment Expertise:

  • Familiarity with a range of equipment, including:
    • CNC Lathes & Milling Machines
    • Spray Booths
    • Lifting Equipment
    • Track Equipment (Railway specific)
    • Large Industrial Ovens
    • Overhead Cranes

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Education & Qualifications:

  • Completed an Engineering Apprenticeship or hold an Engineering Degree.

• Technical Expertise:

  • In-depth knowledge of Plant & Equipment in a large industrial setting, particularly within the railway sector.

• Software Proficiency:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel for technical documentation and reporting.

• Regulatory Knowledge:

  • Up-to-date understanding of Health & Safety Legislation, including PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations) and the Electricity at Work Regulations.

Desired Attributes:

• Strong technical writing skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage and engage with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in leading projects related to the installation and commissioning of Plant & Equipment.