Working Life
A Manufacturing Engineer facilitates efficient operations within the production area, to optimise existing processes, implement new processes and to ensure that production goals are met.
- Monitors performance of equipment, machines and tools and corrects equipment problems or process parameters that produce nonconforming products, low yields or product quality issues, all within a highly regulated and complex manufacturing environment.
- Analyses and solves problems from basic engineering principles, theories and initiates technical activities leading to new or improved products or process to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company.
- Applies project management methodologies and Kaisen improvement philosophy to manage production/product design and process and systems improvement respectively.
Qualities -
An interest in working and learning in the MedTech and Engineering Sector is the basic requirement.
Knowledge
Core knowledge listed:
- Statistical Process control
- Design For Manufacture
- Machine Design
- Quality Management
- Quality management systems within a regulated environment (GMP)
- Raw materials, production processes, costs, and other techniques for maximising the effective manufacture of Medical Device Products
- Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Implementing corrective and preventive Actions
- Continuous Improvement in Quality and Manufacturing (Lean Six Sigma)
- Mechanics and Properties of Materials
- Mechanics and Dynamics of Machines
- Industrial Automation
- Engineering Science
- Electrical Science
- Mechanical Drawing Interpretation
- Project management
- Cleanroom operations
- Metrology
Skills
Specialist Skills:
- Develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity using basic engineering principles, theories and concepts
- Six Sigma Principles to drive data driven process improvement projects
- Principles and methodologies of project management and quality management to their specialist discipline
- Lead and communicate with employees to determine and deliver specific project goals and objectives
- Processes and tooling used in relation to polymer processing, in particular injection moulding and extrusion
- Essentials of spreadsheet and database technologies in order to design an effective event-based software application to address basic engineering and production requirements
- Process Planning (PP),Computer Aided Process Planning (CAPP) and capacity planning
- Electrical, electronic and mechanical sensors signal-conditioning and digital interfacing in engineering systems
- Advanced manufacturing processes through the innovative application of technologies, processes and methods to product design and production
- Kaizen improvement philosophy and methodology for process and systems improvement
- Comply with the appropriate industry regulatory framework
Soft Skills:
- Work Autonomously
- Work as part of a team and to lead a team through a technical project where necessary
- Good time management skills
- Deliver projects on time, within budget while meeting business expectations
- Engage in creative problem solving and work as an effective group member
- Appraise appropriate and available information sources applicable to particular contexts
- Ability in academic writing and referencing sources of information
- Basic principles of critical thinking / problem solving and communication skills
Competencies
Core competences and behaviours listed: eg: Honesty and integrity, Initiative, Personal commitment
- Ethics
- Communications
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Ability to work independently
- Decision making
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Project management
- Report Writing
- Health, Safety and Environmental Awareness
- The ability for Continuous Professional Development
Interests - Manufacturing Engineer
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Entry / Progression - Manufacturing Engineer
Pay & Salary - Manufacturing Engineer
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