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 F