25-0152 Product Design & Development Technician Apprentice (Tech Centre)

Role & responsibilities:

1. TRAINING

Receive training (observing, learning and understanding) in a wide range of skills and processes to enable the setting up and operation of various types of CNC machinery (including 5-axis and more) and ancillary kit within the Tech Centre (R&D) department, which is used to develop the next generation of tooling and machining processes, while under the instruction of experienced/skilled staff To be able to demonstrate these skills and processes as the training period progresses by working independently or with a team, to undertake tasks as instructed and increasing overall contribution to the department Receive training in all aspects of quality/inspection including use of a CMM and force measurement equipment and use of measuring equipment and continue to develop these skills to a high degree of precision Reading of engineering drawings including interpretation of features critical to the milling process and repeatable process set ups Working with engineers to translate customer needs / concepts into efficient, market-leading application solutions using latest tooling design Develop machining solutions utilising CAM software including Siemens NX, and possibly Catia, Concepts NREC or Hypermill Analyse and optimise machining processes utilising software such as MachPro, Vericut force or equivalents Analyse and optimise machining processes through use of dynamic analysis utilising software such as CutPro Create technical presentation material Working with engineers to gain an understanding of cutting-tool geometry and carbide-grade testing, documentation, analysis and product development Working with engineers to provide customers with engineering and technical support Working with engineers, liaise with production engineers to ensure products are optimised for the application and can be efficiently manufactured Ensure the Tech Centre is always maintained at a high-level of cleanliness and orderliness

2. LOG BOOK

Maintain an up-to-date training log on each activity/skill learned

3. DAY / BLOCK RELEASE

Attend AMRC Training Centre, year 1 on block release, Year 2 and 3 on a day-release basis and successfully complete all relevant coursework / examinations to entitle yearly progression to the minimum award of Advanced Apprenticeship (level 3) “Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician”

4. MAINTENANCE

First line maintenance of machinery and parts; cleaning of machines to ensure efficient running, and to maintain and ensure a good level of organisation and general housekeeping in the workplace

5. OTHER

To always maintain a smart appearance and act in a professional manner, whether on site at Technicut or at AMRC Training Centre To perform any other duties within capabilities at the request of Team Leader / Supervisor / Production Manager

6. HEALTH & SAFETY, ENVIRONMENT & QUALITY

To observe and follow/adhere to all H&S and Environmental legislation and adhere to company rules, regulations & standards at all times. Including ISO45001, ISO14001 and ISO9001 business processes

Training:

You will study on a Level 3 Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician pathway. On completion of this, you will gain a qualification in Engineering at Level 3 standard.

During the first year of the apprenticeship, your learning will take place at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based at Catcliffe, Rotherham, for an initial block of study on a full-time basis. After this, you will attend the Training Centre for one day a week for knowledge study.

Training Outcome:

Completion of the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre apprenticeships are nationally recognised qualifications which are acknowledged and respected by employers across the world. These can open the door to many more opportunities, such as Engineering Management and Project Engineering positions across a range of sectors worldwide.

Employer Description:
Founded in Sheffield in 1987, Technicut has grown to become a global leader in solid rotary cutting tools for the aerospace industry. We aim to redefine accepted productivity standards through the continual development of our optimised tooling technologies and provide world-class vertically integrated tooling solutions to support our customers evolving needs. Our heritage was carbide tooling, but today we have grown into a leading global supplier of optimised steel, carbide and diamond tooling derivatives for all aerospace applications, supported by one of the largest complements of dedicated CNC machinery in Europe. From our manufacturing home in Sheffield, we pride ourselves on our unrivalled pedigree in aerospace rotary tooling and through our highly skilled engineering team we aim to provide unique and innovative tooling solutions that surpass the expectations of our global aerospace customers.

Working Hours :
You will work Monday to Friday. Your start and finish times including your shift pattern will be determined by the employing company.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills