Manufacturing Systems Engineer Job Descriptions |
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Your
job as a manufacturing systems engineer would be to work with
production managers in factories to design, develop and install
new manufacturing equipment and assembly lines. You might
also be involved in the building of entirely new manufacturing
plants.
You would manage each phase of a project, overseeing the work of a team of technicians and other professionals. Your main duties could include: · estimating costs for bids and tenders, covering equipment, time and labour · building 3-D models with computer-aided design/manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software · testing systems and analysing data to work out the most cost-effective production methods · presenting plans to managers and clients for their final approval · installing new equipment and machinery · investigating and fixing production problems · Drawing up operation and training guidelines for new equipment and processes.
Key Skills · strong maths, science and IT skills · excellent analytical skills · the ability to organise and plan effectively · excellent communication and presentation skills · a thorough understanding of production processes like 'lean manufacturing' · the ability to make quick, clear decisions while under pressure · the ability to work to project deadlines · a commitment to keep up to date with new developments · An awareness of health and safety responsibilities. |
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