Overview
The successful candidate will join our Engineering team and will be provided with the opportunity to complete an Engineering Degree on a part-time basis. The Trainee Engineer will develop engineering skills to support the manufacturing processes from raw material to end product, Application Engineering and Systems Engineering.
Specific Responsibilities
- Hands on approach to solving engineering issues on a daily basis
- Develop designs and CAD drafting abilities
- Support improvement initiatives to increase the reliability of products, manufacturing tooling, manufacturing processes, and installation tooling.
- Support projects on the continuous review and analysis of the efficiency and reliability of manufacturing processes, including, tooling, heat treatment, coating, plating, lubricants
- Support the maintenance of up to date technical standards and drawing databases
General Company Support
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Perform other duties which may be assigned by the Engineering Manager. These are determined in order to meet the needs of the business.
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Support engineering, manufacturing and location management to achieve the needs and objectives of the business.
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Work with the Engineering team to develop and support productivity improvements.
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Maintain and operate in compliance with current Quality Management System, and EHS policies and procedures.
Company Responsibilities
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Maintain full compliance with Howmet policies and procedures and conduct all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.
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Demonstrate a knowledge of and commitment to Advanced Business Systems principles and techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Person Specification
- Self-motivated with the desire to develop their career
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Mechanical aptitude with logical approach to problem solving
- Team player with the ability to work with people at various levels within the organisation
- Flexible approach with capacity to adapt to advancing environment
- Excellent time keeping & attendance
Benefits
- Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
- Life cover 6 X base salary
- Discretionary Bonus Scheme
- Private Healthcare Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Holidays starting at 22 days per annum
- Cash plan for employees and their families
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Online savings platform and employee assistance programme
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Friendly culture with a strong emphasis on safety and inclusion
Qualifications
Experience & Background
- A levels or equivalent in Science/Mathematics or Engineering biased subjects
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Strong mechanical interest & aptitude
- Excellent standard of numeracy & literacy
Trainee Tooling Engineer in Telford employer: Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the Exeter Casting Plant where innovation and safety are paramount. Employees benefit from a strong culture of continuous improvement, with ample opportunities for professional growth and collaboration across various engineering disciplines. The day-shift schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
