Description CNC Process Engineer WickfordPermanentLeidos are currently seeking an experienced CNCProcess Engineer to join our team in Wickford, where we design andmanufacture jigs and fixtures used in car manufacturing.You are, orhave been, a CNC Machinist, ideally with some experience inmachining jigs, fixtures and tooling, looking to change directioninto a more process driven role where you use your experience asour machining expert – where you’ll play an integral part inoptimising our design for manufacture, machines and machiningprocesses, materials and quality.You’ll act as the link betweendesign and manufacturing, reading drawings they produce andadvising on potential tweaks which may see the jig/fixture/tool beeasier, quicker or cheaper to manufacture, advise on materialswhich could optimise performance, review machining techniques andprocesses and cycle counts to identify areas to improve quality,costs and efficiency.Why should you join our Production Team?We areproblem solvers – we often have to think on our feet to solveengineering problems, improve efficiency, performance andprofitability.Fast Paced Industry – technology is evolving, ourcustomers are evolving. We have to be adaptable in our approach,finding new ways to constantly evolve our processes andproducts.Reward – we offer a competitive package with greatbenefits from a pension scheme (contribution matched up to 8%),private medical insurance and life assurance with loads of flexiblebenefits including dental insurance, gym flex and shoppingdiscounts.About the role;Ensure products adhere to QualityManagement standards (ISO9001, ISO14001 and Q1)Improve efficiencyof CNC machinesReading, interpreting, and working to drawingssuppliedLook at ways to improve methods and toolingDecrease cycletimesEnsure correct processes are in place formanufacture.Highlight all constraints/issues that may impactdelivery of deadlinesContinually build relationships with internalstakeholders to achieve the successful completion of projectsAboutYouYou are ideally apprentice trained (or qualified throughexperience) and have significant hands on experience in CNCmachiningStrong knowledge of up-to-date manufacturingtechniques.Confident communicator – with both internal teams,customers and suppliersAble to read engineering drawings, someexperience in using CAD would be beneficial but not essentialTake aproactive approach in performance improvement and organisationalchange. Able to constructively challenge proposed operational andworkplace needs to ensure efficient and effective use ofresourcesProven experience of successfully improvingproduction.Previous experience in a CNC machining environment,ideally machining jigs/fixtures/tooling for the automotive,aerospace or automation industries.This role would suit someonecurrently working in a CNC Process / Manufacturing Engineer role.It would also suit a CNC machinist looking to change roles into amore process driven role rather than on the machines.Due to thenature of our business, you must be able to obtain and maintainBPSS clearance.Original Posting Date:2025-01-10While subject tochange based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates thatthis job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with ananticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the originalposting date as listed above.Pay Range:The Leidos pay range forthis job level is a general guideline only and not a guaranteeof compensation or salary. Additional factors considered inextending an offer include (but are not limited to)responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge,skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment withmarket data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or otherlaw.
