Job Description:
AEM Limited has been Europe's leading independent overhaul and repair facility for more than 60 years. The company is renowned in the aerospace industry for providing a broad range of services to international and regional airlines, helicopter operators, and airframe manufacturers. Operating from three sites in the United Kingdom, AEM offers specialist services for over 5,000 components across various aircraft systems, including aircraft windings, electrical power, hydraulic components, landing gear, and safety equipment.
Job Title:
Manufacturing Engineer
Job Purpose:
- Determine the repair and overhaul processes needed to meet workshop goals according to product specifications.
- Collaborate with operations to identify issues and opportunities; recommend solutions or improvements.
- Plan and design methods to enhance efficiency, and train employees on new processes and methods.
- Improve equipment availability and capability through continuous improvement tools and cross-functional teamwork.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: New Product Development (NPD):
- Evaluate the repair and overhaul of aircraft components and systems to develop engineering solutions for the workshop.
- Reverse engineer component assemblies.
- Develop, evaluate, and approve alternative tooling designs.
- Lead or support NPD projects to ensure timely and budgeted delivery.
- Create detailed design documentation, drawings, and analysis for project development.
- Support the creation of technical procedures for workshop guidance and the transition from engineering to operations.
Sustaining Engineering:
- Provide technical support during equipment breakdowns or non-conformances, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
- Maintain internal technical records.
- Design or upgrade tooling and equipment within budget, meeting test specifications.
- Use industrial engineering methods to identify process standard hours and opportunities for improvement.
Other Responsibilities:
- Support OpEx and change management initiatives at various organizational levels, including Kaizens, GEMBA, and 5S.
Qualifications & Competencies:
- Strong understanding of technical drawings and documentation.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations such as AS9100, CAA/EASA, FAA Part 145, and Part 21G.
- Degree, HNC, or HND in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering fields.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying technical information effectively across diverse audiences and cultural contexts.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage workload in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven project planning and multi-tasking abilities.
- Self-motivated, innovative, and cost-conscious.
- Proficient in MS Office and CAD software, with the ability to quickly learn new systems.
- Proactive team player with a methodical approach to work and process streamlining skills.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions, serving diverse niche markets with over $7.0 billion in annual sales. Committed to safety, sustainability, and productivity, AMETEK employs 21,000 colleagues across 35 countries, guided by core values of ethics, integrity, respect, inclusion, teamwork, and social responsibility. For more information, visit .