Job Description

What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?

For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK\xe2\x80\x99s ultimate deterrent \xe2\x80\x93 Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions.

It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you?

AWE is recruiting for Manufacturing Engineers (Dangerous Goods Packaging)

These are fantastic opportunities to show case your technical ability as an Engineer whilst enjoying the benefits of a work life balance that gives you every other Friday off!

Location: Reading area

Manufacturing Engineers (Dangerous Goods Packaging) - (Office based)

Salary: \xc2\xa335,720 - \xc2\xa348,000 (subject to skills and experience) + Allowance

Closing date: 12th September 2023

As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts \xe2\x80\x93 access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing \xe2\x80\x93 more information available on our careers site
• Relocation package available (terms and conditions apply)

We design and manufacture a wide range of products, materials and tools to support our mission. Our operations include precision component manufacture, fabrication, explosive formulation, fissile material production, rubbers and plastics, and warhead assembly and disassembly.

Due to the complexities of our products and regulatory demands, we are seeking applicants who are looking for a career in design, development and certification of dangerous goods packaging. The ideal candidate will have experience of a Manufacturing or Production Engineering environment with an understanding of legislative framework for transport of dangerous goods. Project management (MRP & ERP) experience is desirable but not essential as professional development and support will be provided.

Ideally candidates will have previous experience within some of the following:

• An understanding of manufacturing techniques and processes which may include machining, presswork, moulding and metallurgy
• Knowledge of design principles including requirements capture and stakeholder management.
• An understanding of dangerous goods regulations required for transport and storage of hazardous materials is desirable
• Knowledge of modern materials and their properties
• Knowledge of component design, configuration control and manufacturing techniques
• Knowledge of dangerous goods packaging
• An understanding and application of UK Health and Safety Legislation in a Manufacturing or Production environment
• Experience of applying Lean Manufacturing Techniques, Continuous Improvement and Quality Tools
• An ability to produce or assist in the production of Technical Product Specifications (designs, drawings, reports, safety justifications, instructions, etc.)

Whilst not considered a check list, we will be looking for candidates to demonstrate knowledge or skills of some of the following:

• Design and manage packaging equipment, documentation and manufacturing specifications
• Manage and support all technical aspects of new processes and/or equipment within designated area of responsibility
• Maintain packaging certification to ensure dangerous goods can be moved safely and in accordance with extant legislation
• Deliver manufacturing processes/equipment to agreed objectives and milestones
• Establish and record customer and process requirements in accordance with the appropriate procedures and legislation.
• Identification of all legislation and regulatory requirements associated with new and existing processes to ensure compliance
• Communicate project programme status with key stakeholders, project teams and management, ensuring safety, security and quality are maintained
• Works effectively with others and building required relationships and interfaces to support delivery of the Programme.
• Adopt a \xe2\x80\x98See It, Own It, Solve It\xe2\x80\x99 mind-set, by identifying obstacles to success and taking ownership to find solutions to those problems
• Responsible for undertaking other duties as reasonably required from time to time by line and task management, including work at other places within the UK or overseas; this will be done in consultation with you, and in accordance with any requirements contained in your Contract of Employment.

Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.

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Please note that you must be a British National to apply for a role with us.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.

Atomic Weapons Establishment