Join the Battery Team based in Bristol as a Manufacturing Engineer and help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation.As a Manufacturing Engineer you will play a crucial role in establishing battery manufacturing processes and support the creation of essential build process documents like the Bill of Sequence and PFMEA. You will lead Design of Experiment (DoE) trials to validate manufacturing capabilities, specify equipment to meet quality standards, and develop manufacturing plans, standard operating procedures, and risk assessments. Your role includes setting up and programming automated systems, conducting post-build analysis, and implementing continuous improvement actions, such as 8D problem-solving. You will create and maintain project plans, prioritize tasks, and ensure coordination between teams to meet project goals. Additionally, you will identify risks and opportunities in project delivery, coordinate activities with external partners, and ensure all requirements and schedules are met. Working cross-functionally within the Battery team, you will support various activities as needed.You will be working cross-functionally within the Battery Team, supporting other activities as required. There will also be travel between Avonmouth, Bristol and other VA locarionsWhat would we like you to bring.We want you to be successful in your role, in order to achieve this you will need to have experience in new product introduction and demonstrate the ability to move products from prototype to series production. A background in the automotive, industrial, or aerospace sectors is required, alongside proven experience in a manufacturing environment.
What can you expect from us?
We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career.
Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal.
Our benefits
Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials.
- 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday
- 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)
- 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership
- Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits
- Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)
- Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee
- Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it
- Breakfast on us, every day
We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility.
Disclaimer Statement
We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.