Shift Engineer

Shift Engineer

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the "strength within."

Hexcel is currently seeking a Shift Engineer for our Duxford, UK location.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

1. Support project, process and maintenance activities that will lead to improved safety and production efficiencies.
2. Liaise with relevant staff members to ensure successful implementation and sustainability of improvements.
3. Supporting site breakdowns as required to return plant into production in a timely manner.
4. Understanding machine electrical drawings, user manuals and machine schematics.
5. Ability to diagnose PLC/drive problems.
6. Meet the needs of safety, quality, and productivity in line with National, Local and Corporate requirements.

Qualifications:

• Level 3 NVQ diploma/HNC in Electrotechnical Services (Electrical Maintenance) or equivalent along with BS7671 18th Edition.
• Recognised Apprenticeship.
• Basic MS Office experience.
• 5 years or more experience as an electrical biased maintenance engineer in a manufacturing/process environment.
• PLC and Drive experience desirable.
• ATEX/DSEAR & COMPEX trained desirable.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations. IOSH qualification desirable.
• Must be driven, enthusiastic, autonomous, and self-motivated.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country where the position is based. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.