Prototype Engineer
A talented Prototype Engineer is required to join a very innovative Research and Development team within one of Exeter's best manufacturing facilities. You will take responsibility for producing prototypes within a dedicated R&D environment, creating machined components, production jigs and assembly fixtures. The ideal candidate must have an aptitude for precision engineering gained in a similar engineering and manufacturing environment.
Job Responsibilities:
You will be producing prototypes for manufacture in both sheet metal and thicker gauge materials, so you will be using both turning centres and milling machines.
Some welding maybe required also.
Reading and interpreting component and assembly technical drawings to produce prototypes within the tolerances will be required.
Producing jigs and fixtures to aid the assembly of products in the manufacturing process.
Work with the engineering team to produce jigs and fixtures to aid the assembly of products in the manufacturing process ensuring they are fit for function.Preferred Skills:
Proven background in the production of prototypes manufactured in both sheet metal and thicker gauge materials.
Proven background in the production of prototypes manufactured in both sheet metal and thicker gauge materials.
Proven ability in precision component machining utilising both turning centres and milling machines. Previous experience in other machinery such as surface grinders whilst not essential, would be an advantage.
Operating jigs and fixtures.Working Hours: 8.00am to 5.30pm Mon-Thurs, 8am-3pm Fri