We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to work for a major Automotive company based in Warwickshire. Job Title:- Manufacturing Engineer Location:- Warwickshire Rate:- �23.31 per hour Hours:- 40 per week The Role: *The jobholder will be able to identify, investigate and evaluate new forming and/or joining technologies from both a business & technical perspective. *This will include leading investigations to establish process window and stability characteristics and then documenting learning for Manufacturing and Process engineers to utilise in technology implementation. *The specific tasks will be Working with Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering in the very early stages of vehicle programs to identify appropriate new technology opportunities. *Identifying and assessing the area of applicability and then business benefits and risks associated with the implementation of new processes and materials. *Working with wider PAG and Ford global research groups to gather information. *Using knowledge of new techniques and refinements to develop improvements in reliability, repeatability and cost of existing body manufacturing processes. *Planning transition of new technologies from initial identification through Process Window & Stability stage trials, to the delivery of usage guidelines. *Managing and contributing to University based investigations of forming and/or joining technologies. *Creating standards & guidelines that will lead to a new technology becoming a core competence for Manufacturing Engineering. *Identify opportunities and implementation of solutions for continuous process and quality improvements. *Contribute towards achievement of Manufacturing Engineering business targets Skills Required: *Knowledge of stamping & / or body assembly processes and equipment, although equally important is the individual's ability to identify all the business & technical issues related to a new technology. *Knowledge of project planning and management techniques. *Good PC literacy including limited Web Authoring skills. Experience Required: *Experience in working in a process focused volume manufacturing industry and a demonstrable track record of developing manufacturing processes into stable volume production. *Excellent written & interpersonal skills. *Able to fully participate as a team member. *Capable communicator. Education Required: *Minimum HNC/HND.