Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems. With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world's leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide. Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage.

What you'll do:

• Manufacturing Expertise: Serve as the primary expert in manufacturing, processing, and inspection techniques for additively manufactured products.
• Process Optimization: Develop and implement procedures and work instructions, focusing on continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost-effectiveness and quality
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal customers, engineers, and AM process specialists to optimize additive manufacturing designs.
• Operational Oversight: Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Additive Center, ensuring a focus on post-processing and manufacturing improvements.
• Production Management: Oversee the creation and maintenance of production routers, ensuring accuracy in cycle times and pre-print activities, including plate preparation.
• Post-Processing: Manage post-print activities, including sawing, tumbling, and programming/running post-print machining on XYZ CNC lathe or mill
• Subcontract Management: Coordinate subcontracted post-print activities such as non-destructive testing and surface treatments
• Quality and Safety Compliance: Support the maintenance of a quality system within the AM center and enforce safe work practices

Qualifications:

Manufacturing Experience in Aerospace
CAD Modeling experience: Solid works/AutoCAD
• Practical experience in mistake proofing (Poka-Yoke)
• Experienced in the design of simple jigs and fixtures.
• Proficient in the interpretation and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Skills:

• Experience of PFMEA and DFMEA processes
• Experience of PPAP / APQP [desirable]
• Health and Safety Qualification i.e. IOSH / NEBOSH [desirable]
• Continuous Improvement Certification i.e. green belt [desirable]
• Analytical approach to problem solving
• Ability to work independently
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Takes initiative and is willing to challenge the status quo
• Keeps calm and collective in high pressure scenarios

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.