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Kirsty Whitty
Talent Delivery Manager
Alcester
£0
Manufacturing Engineer - Press
Location: Alcester, Warwickshire
Permanent / Contract: Permanent
Overview
EMBS Engineering Ltd is working in partnership with a precision manufacturing business in Warwickshire that is currently in the market for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with a strong press background.
This role covers press tool design and operation for fabricated metal components, and would suit an engineer with genuine depth of process knowledge rather than a junior candidate requiring close support.
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Hours: Days
Hands-on process engineering role with genuine tooling design input
Work within an established, precision-focused manufacturing environment
Scope to bring real process expertise to bear, rather than junior-level support
Your responsibilities will include:
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will provide process-driven engineering support across press operations and tooling.
Design and specify press tools, selecting appropriate tool materials and tool types
Build poke-yoke features into tool design to prevent misloads and process errors
Work to defined profile and form tolerances across a range of materials and thicknesses
Use simulation software to validate tool designs ahead of production, reviewing results against real-world outcomes
Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:
Proven press operator/setter experience within a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated press tool design capability, including relevant design software
Practical knowledge of die types, tool materials and poke-yoke principles
Experience working to tight profile and form tolerances across varying material types and thicknesses
Familiarity with hydraulic, brake and/or servo press equipment and the tonnages involved
Exposure to tooling simulation software, with the ability to compare predicted and actual results
If you are interested in the opportunity of Manufacturing Engineer - Press and believe you meet the illustrated criteria, apply today to join our client's growing team located in Alcester, Warwickshire.
About us:
EMBS is a specialist talent consultancy connecting exceptional engineering and technology professionals with some of the UK’s most prestigious advanced engineering businesses across Transportation, Energy and Defence. With deep sector expertise and a strong network of industry-leading employers, we’ll provide expert advice and support throughout the process, helping you secure the right opportunity and take the next step in your career.
Please note, due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents; we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates
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