Who are we

Surface Transforms are experts in the development and production of carbon-ceramic materials and the UK’s only manufacturer of carbon ceramic brakes for automotive use. Surface Transforms’ unique patented carbon-ceramic technology provides the ultimate braking performance for road and track.

Here at Surface Transforms passion is at the heart of our brand. As a team we refuse to accept the impossible. We know that impossible only means that we haven’t found the solution yet. Your role at Surface Transforms is yours to steer – toward opportunities and away from risks. You have the power to shape your role and we cannot wait to see where you take us and we’ll take pride in supporting the future you choose to build at Surface Transforms.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our growing Manufacturing Technology team. Our Manufacturing Process Engineer will provide support to the business in the design, launch & optimisation of new and existing core processes. The individual will own and champion the industrialisation of equipment including the associated key control documentation (Process Flow, WI, PFMEA) to ensure the fulfilment of our customer needs. You will be responsible for processes.

What you’ll be doing as our Manufacturing Process Engineer:

• Develop standard methods of producing products by utilising findings from research, knowledge of the product, expense information and company goals 
• Create specifications for new equipment, ensuring they meet the Performance, Quality and financial targets required. 
• Implement the necessary level of industrialisation to ensure error-proofing, process sequence/integrity and capability. 
• Generate accurate and robust acceptance for existing and new equipment, ensuring all sign offs, documentation is completed and handed over to long term stakeholder(s) 
• Implement and lead standardisation throughout the business 
• Responsible for our control documentation including WI, Process flow, PFMEA etc. 
• Studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors. 
• Develop alternative methods of making manufacturing practices more efficient and cost effective; look at space constraints, material requirements and Energy performance. 
• OEE focused improvements.
• Produce product and process reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing information and trends. 
• Ensure Lean Manufacturing principles are adopted and implemented through the Value stream. 

The Skills, Knowledge and Experience you will need as our Manufacturing Process Engineer:

• Excellent time management skills with a target driven approach. 
• Ability to work under pressure, independently and within a team 
• Ability to use problem solving tools and work with stakeholders on solution to problems. 
• Excellent skills in MS Office and communication to all levels of the business 
• Hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail. 
• Experience of Lean manufacturing 
• Excellent communication and people skills 
• Flexible approach with excellent organisational and administrative skills. 
• Ability to create & deliver training material 

Need to have:

• A relevant Engineering degree. Candidates without these qualifications but who can demonstrate relevant industrial knowledge and experience will be considered.

Nice to have:

• CNC Machining experience 
• IATF Knowledge
• Certified lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt 
• Edgecam / CNC Programming Knowledge 

You’ll have these personal attributes:

• An ability to work well under pressure
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Relevant technical knowledge
• Problem solving skills
• Efficiency and organization
• Teamworking skills
• Strong ability to learn

What we’ll give you in return:

• Attractive salary
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank holidays
• Extra day Annual Leave for your birthday
• Reward and recognition incentives for hard work, dedication and idea generation
• Company uniform
• A confidential employee counselling service
• Jobs are promoted internally providing job transfer opportunities
• Death in service scheme

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000