Specialist Process Engineer- Welding

Fortescue Zero’s mission is to be the world leader in zero emission power systems. We are developing and manufacturing the technologies needed to decarbonise our planet. We are expanding across the geographies of UK, US and Australia and becoming a global company. As part of Fortescue, our vision is to be the number one integrated green technology, energy, and metals company.

An opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Process Engineer to join our Kidlington based Manufacturing department in a rapidly expanding and exciting work environment.

 About the role

 To support the business as subject matter expert, using engineering and manufacturing knowledge and experience to support the delivery of right first-time product within manufacturing. Working closely with Engineering and Operational functions to specify requirements, drive best practice, lead problem resolution, identify and deliver continuous improvement initiatives within the subject areas.

 What you will do

Operational Duties:

  • Perform engineering tasks in the development of weld systems specifications for module and pack assembly on prototype, pre-production and high-volume assembly lines.
  • Lead the DFM activities around the solutions for welding.
  • Develop parameters and process definitions to meet the Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing requirements, managing the specification and control of these from prototype into production
  • Support the interface with OEMs/customers, battery systems design and engineering for outsourced processes.
  • Guide projects through the design and development process with suppliers to produce practical design solutions in relation to welding processes.
  • Lead the FAT and SAT requirements document generations for the custom solutions.
  • Create and maintain project schedules, work with other team members to ensure satisfactory completion of all steps in project approval and execution process.
  • Identify and communicate risks to appropriate management.
  • Support the Advanced Automation Teams with the plant layouts, and equipment footprints and utilities as needed.
  • Work effectively in a team environment across a range of projects as required.
  • Ensure all relevant Standards, Compliance and Regulatory requirements are adhered to.

 Strategy and Improvement

  • Establish best practice for department design standards and support the implementation of these through the business.
  • Support benchmarking and evaluation of process developments with customers and suppliers.
  • Devise and own specific elements of the quality improvement road map supporting the Quality
  • Management System and our compliance to ISO9001:2015, and any project specific quality requirements.
  • Identify opportunities for development projects to drive improvement within the technologies
  • Maintain knowledge of external market for welding technologies to ensure we remain at the forefront of technology and can deploy within our manufacturing capabilities when required

 About you

  • Strong experience gained in a low / mid volume manufacturing / production assembly environment
  • Ability to independently produce innovative and successful design solutions to technical problems. · Extensive knowledge of low / mid volume automation tooling and equipment.
  • Experience in the use of business improvement tools and techniques (5s, Lean, Kaizen etc.) and the use of PFMEA’s and DFMEA’s
  • A good knowledge of TS16949, AS9100, ISO14001 and ISO9001 to comply with company processes is essential
  • A team player with the ability to work on own initiative, and able to influence others by demonstrating a positive “can do” attitude
  • Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills along with the ability to work at pace in a multi-project environment.

What is in it for you?

  • Fortescue Zero bonus scheme
  • Aviva Pension
  • Group Life Assurance
  • Group Income Protection
  • Electric Car Scheme
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
  • Childcare Benefits
  • Free on-site gym access and discounted national memberships

Application Deadline:

The closing date for applications is 28th March 2025

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Essential

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 Our typical hybrid roles at Fortescue Zero require 3 days in the office and 2 from home, making the ability to commute to the stated office location for the required days essential.

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  • Health Cash Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
  • Childcare Benefits
  • Free on-site gym access and discounted national memberships

Application Deadline:

The closing date for applications is 31st March 2025.

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You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

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  • Preparation and presentation of reports for internal and external audiences.
  • Support technical and project reviews with the customer, representing Fortescue Zero, as required.
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 About you

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Our typical hybrid roles at Fortescue Zero require 3 days in the office and 2 from home, making the ability to commute to the stated office location for the required days essential. 

  • Fortescue Zero bonus scheme
  • Aviva Pension
  • Group Life Assurance
  • Group Income Protection
  • Electric Car Scheme
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
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Application Deadline:

The closing date for applications is 31st March 2025

Not near-zero

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We are Fortescue Zero.

Additional Information

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

 

Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.

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  • Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as EN50126, EN50128, and EN50129.
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 About you

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What is in it for you?

Our typical hybrid roles at Fortescue Zero require 3 days in the office and 2 from home, making the ability to commute to the stated office location for the required days essential. 

  • Fortescue Zero bonus scheme
  • Aviva Pension
  • Group Life Assurance
  • Group Income Protection
  • Electric Car Scheme
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
  • Childcare Benefits
  • Free on-site gym access and discounted national memberships

Application Deadline:

The closing date for applications is 28th March 2025

Not near-zero

Not net-zero. 

We are Fortescue Zero.

Additional Information

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.

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  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
  • Childcare Benefits
  • Free on-site gym access and discounted national memberships

Application Deadline:

The closing date for applications is 31st March 2025.

Not near-zero

Not net-zero. 

We are Fortescue Zero.

 Additional Information

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. 

Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.

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Fortescue Zero’s mission is to be the world leader in zero emission power systems. We are developing and manufacturing the technologies needed to decarbonise our planet. We are expanding across the geographies of UK, US and Australia and becoming a global company. As part of Fortescue, our vision is to be the number one integrated green technology, energy, and metals company.

An opportunity has arisen for a Project Process Engineer to join the Design department in a rapidly expanding and exciting work environment.

About the role

Reporting to the Lead Process Engineer, assist in the management, development and effective roll-out of systems and processes to improve efficiency and quality of projects across the Engineering Department.

What you will do

  • Support the Engineering Process Group in delivery of system and process projects across a broad internal customer base.
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About you

  •  A Degree or background in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, Motorsport or Aerospace engineering
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  • Knowledge of Polarion as a requirements management toolset beneficial.
  • Working knowledge of Siemens NX, Teamcenter or PowerBI would be an advantage.
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  •  Working knowledge of SQL, Python or NXOpen coding would be beneficial.
  • Good working knowledge of proprietary PC software e.g. MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint.
  •  Excellent customer facing presentation skills.
  • Ability to use your initiative and respond quickly to problems.
  • Ability to manage your own workload and projects.
  • Ability to maintain high standards of staff and department presentation, as appropriate for a facility visited by potential customers and other VIP’s.

What is in it for you?

Our typical hybrid roles at Fortescue Zero require 3 days in the office and 2 from home, making the ability to commute to the stated office location for the required days essential.

  • Fortescue Zero bonus scheme
  • Aviva Pension
  • Group Life Assurance
  • Group Income Protection
  • Electric Car Scheme
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
  • Childcare Benefits
  • Free on-site gym access and discounted national memberships

 Application Deadline: The closing date for applications is 31st March 2025

Additional Information

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

 Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.