Industrial Process Engineer - Tooling and Automation

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

About Thales

Thales people architect solutions relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers depend on us to deliver comprehensive defensive systems for land, sea, and air. Our platforms encompass all levels, from very short-range systems to extended protection across the entire battle-space, including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems, Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. We offer exciting opportunities for employees to learn and develop their careers. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services impacting millions daily to make life better and safer. We innovate across Aerospace, Defence, Security, and Space industries. We prioritise your health and well-being, offering flexible working arrangements such as part-time hours, job sharing, home working, and flexible start and finish times.

As an Industrial Process Engineer – Tool and Automation Engineer, you will support the effective manufacture of Jig and Tool including Automation within program and budget constraints to ensure economical manufacturing methods. Your responsibilities include:

• Utilising team resources effectively.
• Providing tooling and automation support across all business programs.
• Creating Bills of Materials.
• Supporting Tool Try Out processes and maintenance cycles.
• Resolving internal production problems.
• Liaising with customers on equipment issues.
• Collaborating with multi-functional teams during product design for efficient manufacturing.
• Specifying, selecting, justifying, and commissioning new tooling and automated equipment.
• Seeking cost reductions and efficiency improvements for tooling and automation.
• Estimating labor and materials for bids.
• Training personnel in Tool Engineering activities.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing Tool Engineering activities for departmental work packages.
• Providing guidance on tooling matters to team members.
• Ensuring tooling information supports efficient manufacturing.

Qualifications:

• Degree in engineering preferred; HND with experience accepted.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years as a skilled Jig and Tool Engineer.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience in Tool and Automation design.
• Proficiency in Catia V5 R21 and Smarteam or equivalent 3D CAD software.
• Understanding of engineering drawings and geometrical tolerances (BS8888).
• Familiarity with ISO9001 environment and system procedures.
• Design for Manufacture and Assembly; Problem Solving; Machining and mechanical processes knowledge.

Thales Benefits:

• 4-day working week
• 28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Pension contributions up to 7%
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life insurance
• Stock options (SharingThales) every 2 years
• Enhanced parental leave
• Training budget and conference allowances
• Wellbeing memberships and Cycle to Work
• Retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Program and mental wellbeing app

Note: Candidates will need to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment/education history for up to three years. Some roles may require security clearance. For details, refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting Agency.

Thales promotes careers, offering mobility opportunities worldwide. We embrace flexible working and are committed to inclusive recruitment, providing support for neurodiverse applicants or those with disabilities. To request adjustments or for questions, contact our Resourcing team.

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