Scintam is an exciting new engineering hardware company which designs and manufactures cutting edge equipment for the removal of fasteners by Electric Discharge Machining (EDM) for the automotive remanufacturing and aerospace sectors.
This is an opportunity to join Scintam’s team of technical staff who design and manufacture these machines in Nottingham. You will be working closely with the design and manufacturing teams to produce high quality products for companies which repair aircraft and automotive parts.
A can-do attitude and a keen problem-solving mind are key to our philosophy as a small, rapidly growing company.
About us:
We are passionate about applying cutting-edge technology to transform the lifecycle of high-value components. Using electrical-discharge machining as our foundation, we aim to streamline disassembly processes by providing a method to disassemble engineering systems in a way that is faster, safer for the operator and at lower risk of damaging components.
About the role
You will be working with an ambitious team to help build, maintain, test and design complex electro-mechanical systems. We expect that a level 3 apprentice will contribute to both the physical assembly, testing and the fundamental working of the systems we deliver to our international customers. You would help to ensure that the machines meet different regulatory requirements across the world and comply with all relevant safety legislation. As we are a small business you will be exposed to a wide range of activities, which will keep your days interesting and varied. There will be the opportunity to move into different areas of production based on your skills and interests.
These include but are not limited to:
· Electrical cabinet design and wiring
· Machine maintenance (both on site and internationally)
· Building first of their kind machinery including proof of concept and well-established products
· Motion control and robotics
· Working with suppliers and subcontractors
· Establishing standard operating procedures
· Testing mechanical and electrical machinery against internal and regulatory requirements
· Compliance
· Manufacturing including machining (milling/turning)
· Training users in Scintam’s systems
Core competencies & experience
Essential attributes:
· Some experience/knowledge of electrical wiring including basic safety procedures
· Confident using a range of hand tools
· Knowledge of electrical installation practices
Desirable attributes:
· Complete understanding of electrical installations & legislation
· Have worked with sub-contract manufacturers
· Some design engineering skills
· Understanding of electronics including microcontrollers
· Experience maintaining industrial machinery
· Full UK driving license
· Experience in the automotive remanufacturing industry or the aerospace/defence sectors
Personal attributes:
· Self-motivated independent worker
· Sense of initiative
· Committed to quality
· Able to work with others in a professional environment
· Health and safety orientated mindset
Looking to apprentice in one of the following programmes:
Engineering Technician - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3)
Engineering Fitter - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3)
Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3)
Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £18,000.00-£25,237.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Nottingham NG5 5LZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
