Manufacturing Development Engineer Welwyn Garden City, England
Job description
"We are on a mission: to transform the future of online grocery through cutting-edge technology innovation.”
Ocado Technology is changing the way the world shops using advanced Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics, Big Data, Cloud and IoT. We develop the innovative software and hardware systems that power Ocado.com, as well as the unique ‘Ocado Smart Platform’ which is being implemented by ambitious retailers across the world from Europe to America, Asia and beyond.
About our team…
We have a brilliant opportunity for a Manufacturing Development Engineer to join our mission and help support the next phase of our products. We are engaged in developing future generations of robotic solutions for use in our warehouses around the world. Our team works from concept through to production implementation, bringing new ideas to manufacture. Because of the complex nature of the equipment and Ocado’s drive to innovate, the team interacts with a wide range of departments and are involved in areas as broad as design development, reliability engineering and contract manufacture.
How you'll spend your days...
As a Manufacturing Development Engineer you will be responsible for the process and procedures for transitioning products into full manufacture including work instructions, processes times, test procedures and test and assembly fixtures.
Other responsibilities might include;
Ensuring products are optimised for manufacture and assembly
Transitioning prototypes to full manufacture
Collaborating with manufacturers to optimise and document the manufacturing process
Identifying and tracking critical time to quality parameters to ensure process capability
Conducting measurement system analysis on test equipment
Acting as the primary technical point of contact with suppliers
Participating in Patent process
As part of this role, you will be required to visit other UK locations and might be asked to travel abroad.
You may be asked to perform tasks as required by management deemed as a reasonable request. This job description is a summary of the typical functions of the role, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of possible role responsibilities, tasks and duties and is subject to review.
We’d love to talk to you if you have...
An engineering/science qualification
Knowledge of design for assembly and manufacturing
Hands on Manufacturing experience
Experience working with a large spectrum of manufacturing processes including plastic moulding, sheet metal, CNC machining, castings
Experience in design for manufacture in the industrial equipment, instrumentation, high volume manufacturing or FMCG industry
Understanding of PFMEA, FAST, Critical Parameters, Six Sigma
Awareness, and experience of applying, analytical tools to aid the manufacturing process
Experience in CTQ parameter management and statistical aspects of process capability including Cp and CpK analysis.
Ability to identify and resolve manufacturing issues and improve yield
Experience coaching team members
Familiarity with successfully introducing new suppliers and building appropriate supplier relationships
Experience producing documentation and reports for a range of stakeholders
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Bonus points if you also have…
Sound mathematical and technical skills
Good investigative and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Strong stakeholder management skills
Ability to think logically and methodically
Good interpersonal skills and organisational skills
Knowledge of statistical packages and Microsoft Office systems
Please don't worry, this is not an exhaustive list! If you feel you'd be a good fit for the role there are some things we can teach you, so we would still love to hear from you.
What we offer you...
Our employee benefits are designed for you, we care about people and we’ve ensured we have a wealth of benefits that focus on your well-being. We regularly review our benefits to ensure we are supporting our employees appropriately. Currently, we offer technically stretching work, a competitive salary and;
A Work from Home policy that sees you in the office typically 40% of your time.
30 days ‘working from anywhere’ policy
Equity Plan for eligible roles
Wellbeing support through Apps such as Unmind and an Employee Assistance Programme
25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after 5 years service (plus optional holiday purchase)
Pension scheme (various options available including employer contribution matching up to 7%)
Private Medical Insurance
22 weeks paid maternity leave and 6 weeks paid paternity leave (once relevant service requirements complete)
Train Ticket loan (interest-free)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free shuttle bus to and from Welwyn Garden City Train Station to the Welwyn Garden City offices
Opportunity to participate in Sharesave and Buy as You Earn share schemes
15% discount on Ocado.com and free delivery for all employees
Income Protection (can be up to 50% of salary for 3 years) and Life Assurance (3 x annual salary)
We also have regular divisional socials, sports clubs not to mention the Ocado Technology Academy for a packed schedule of courses, conferences and events. If you think you have what it takes to make a difference, please submit your application below.
Be bold, be unique, be brilliant, be you. We are looking for individuality and we value diversity. We are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and equally. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive work environment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
We are thrilled to welcome applicants from across the world. Whilst we are able to offer visa sponsorship, please note that we are only able to cover costs relating to the Certificate of Sponsorship and the Immigration Skills Charge only. For all employment offers made for UK roles, it is expected that you will be based in the UK in commutable distance, ready for your first day of work, so please keep this in mind. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
Due to the energising nature of Ocado's business, vacancy close dates, when stated, are indicative and may be subject to change so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you have applied and been rejected for this role in the last 6 months, or applied and been rejected for a role with a similar skill set, we will not re-evaluate you for this position. After 6 months, we will treat your application as a new one. All benefits information is subject to change and the terms of the individual arrangements. Please assume you have been unsuccessful if you haven’t heard from us within 4 weeks.
