Maintenance and Calibration Engineer

  • Bicester
  • Full-time
  • POSTED 6 MONTHS AGO

About the job

Evolito’s mission is to accelerate the adoption of electric propulsion in aerospace applications in support of a net-zero world. We will help to revolutionise personal mobility and transform our towns and cities with clean, noise-free air transportation.

Evolito develops and manufactures class-leading, lightweight, high-power, and high-torque-density electric propulsion systems for a range of aerospace markets, including EVTOL, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and General Aviation.

As well as ultra-high performance, low-weight electric motors and controllers, Evolito specialises in high-integrity, bespoke battery systems for the aerospace and defence markets. The team is scaling rapidly and has ambitious growth plans over the next twelve to eighteen months.

As part of our current high-growth phase, we are looking for a Maintenance and Calibration Engineer to be responsible for ensuring that all production equipment and industrial assets are effectively managed and maintained according to the Manufacturing Schedules.

Key responsibilities will include:

Develop and imp lement a calibration and maintenance strategy that covers all production equipment and GSE/ too ling

Take ownership of the critical spares process, including continuous improvements on spares management and planned preventive maintenance plans

Engage in safety topics such as r isk a ssessments, PUWER, LOLER, and safety audits

Support the M anufacturing E ngineering team to analyse impacts of change/ modifications to equipment and industrial means

Supporting the P roduction team to analyse a nd forecast the cost of production through monthly dashboard and working with planning and scheduling teams on medium to long term planning activities

Working closely with the P roduction team and understand manufacturing pain points from the source

Evaluating current and future industrial solutions and giving recommendations

Support future facility and capital discussions on capital investment from a technical production perspective

Ensur e continuous monitoring and improvement of manufacturing efficiency

Support process optimisation, maximizing v alue a dded with priority on critical path

Adhere to and comply with the Business Management System requirements.

Skills and experience required:

Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or equivalent qualifications and experience

Experience in a highly technical manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of tooling, tolerancing and process control s

Ability to support and plan for future opportunities/volumes, while having the ability to manage day-to-day activities

Experience/ knowledge in l ean m anufacturing p rinciples (VSM, etc.) and variance analysis (6 S igma)

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and their limitations

Knowledge of equipment maintenance requirements and scheduling

Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes

Ability to work under pressure while managing conflicting demands against tight deadlines

Instinctive problem-solving skills coupled with a sound analytical approach

A flexible approach to work and the desire to thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving environment

An ability to communicate complex and technical processes to diverse audiences, orally and in writing

UK driving license and ability to travel.

Are you Evolito?

Apply now for immediate consideration.