Manufacturing Test Engineer III

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Manufacturing Test Engineer III 

Location: Cardiff, UK

Job ID: 36700

HID Global seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to be an integral part of the Global PACS ME NPI team. The primary responsibility will be introducing new electronic products and processes to manufacture across global sites.

This would ideally suit an engineer that has been exposed to an electronics manufacturing environment who has a broad understanding of all the processes involved.

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS):

HID Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS) is at the forefront of securing spaces with advanced, reliable access control solutions. From cutting-edge readers, credentials and controllers, to mobile and biometric technologies, HID PACS empowers organizations worldwide to protect their people, property and assets with scalable, high-quality solutions. 

This is more than just a job – it’s your chance to join an industry leader to drive innovation in access control and make a real impact on global security solutions.  

As our Manufacturing Test Engineer, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

• Drive Alignment on NPI strategy with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Develop documentation to support production (WRI’s, Process flows etc.)
• Participate in design reviews, provide input to DFM/DFT.
• Drive contract manufacturers to adopt Lean Manufacturing
• Drive Manufacturing yield improvements with CM’s
• Project manage NPI industrialization process
• Process mapping and design
• Troubleshoot product functionality as related to tooling and / or process related issues
• Assist in the design, fabrication, documentation and test of various electro-mechanical fixtures and test equipment
• Coordinate production line set-up and the development of maintenance and calibration procedures
• Support Value Analysis/Value Engineering projects and workshops
• Implement engineering changes to production parts
• Prepare reports - collecting, analyzing process test and capability data (yields, cycle times, trends, etc.)
• Setup production test and functional test in production.

What we will love about your background:

• Knowledgeable in product testing and measurement methods/tools highly desired
• Mechanical aptitude with an emphasis on the ability to troubleshoot prototype designs
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and work instruction creation addition to calibration and maintenance procedures.
• Experience with RFID and Access Control panels is preferred, but not required
• Experience with Quality processes/tools (5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, …), but not required

Your Experience and Education include:

• Degree qualification/ Time served Apprenticeship and 5 years’ experience in an electronic manufacturing environment
• Education or equivalent experience in SW developing, C#, Labview
• Able to read and understand electronic schematics and experience developing electronic circuits is desirable
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Ability to work from limited instructions and procedures
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Must have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
• Must be a flexible, decisive, and proactive problem solver
• Must be a champion of change.  Capable of proposing & implementing new ideas regarding simplification and improvement to business processes
• Must be a strong communicator and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple priorities at once
• Must be able to manage and work with virtual teams
• Must be a team player, dependable and able to perform in a fast-paced environment and be proficient at conflict resolution.
• Must be very process driven/focused.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package.
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance.
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture.
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential.
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds.

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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