Assembly & Test Technician
Alloyed
Alloyed is a young venture-funded company of about 150 world-class metallurgists, engineers, and software developers working across 3 sites in the UK, 1 in Japan, and 1 in Seattle to build the future of advanced metal components. To do this it uses proprietary software packages which combine advanced machine learning and physical modelling to invent better alloys, devise better ways to process them, and design better 3D-printed components.
Alloyed is currently designing a low cost microturbine system for jet propulsion applications. The system architecture is relatively basic, comprised of a single stage radial compressor, combustion system and a single stage axial turbine, with outer diameters ranging between 60-240mm considered. The objective of Alloyed’s development programme is to use additive manufacturing to consolidate the number of parts in the engine reduce production cost and enable high production rate. Alongside this we aim to increase performance compared to current state-of-the-art by leveraging more complex designs enabled by additive manufacture and through application of more thermally resistant materials.
Alloyed is seeking experienced assembly technicians to produce and build these microturbines. The role will involve all aspects of development, manufacturing, production and quality control. Future phases of the development project may involve scale-up to a larger facility; there is scope to expand the role to include site planning and the set-up of systems and processes for large production runs.
You will be based at Alloyed’s manufacturing site in Abingdon. A highly competitive remuneration package is offered, including equity incentives.
- Assembling mechanical and electrical components to build engines according to assembly specifications and work instructions
- Assist in the development and improvement of assembly specifications and work instructions
- Testing and troubleshooting systems to detect and solve technical problems
- Conducting visual inspections of components and completed systems to ensure quality standards are met
- Assisting with microturbine system testing, including engine setup, instrumentation setup and data acquisition
- Maintaining accurate records of production data, testing results, and other reports related to the assembly process
- Collaborating with other departments such as engineering, quality, and production to ensure efficient assembly processes
- Making recommendations for improvements to the assembly process to increase efficiency and reduce production costs
- Following safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment
- Keeping tools and work areas clean and organized
- Maintaining stock management logs and inventory
- Processing purchase orders for consumables and spares
- Investigating, developing and improve supply chain for consumables
- Preparing process documentation and operating instructions
- Proposing and implementing job related process improvements
- Engine assembly experience
- Experience following SOPs and complying with a QMS
- Production/manufacturing experience
- Experience creating and owning SOPs, and identifying and implementing process improvement measures
- Experience setting up assembly systems
- Experience scaling up existing manufacturing facilities to allow for larger production runs
To apply, submit a CV and a supporting statement by email to jobs@alloyed.com. The supporting statement should explain how you meet the selection criteria for the role using examples of your skills and any experience. All documents should be uploaded as PDF files. Please provide details of two referees and indicate if we can contact them now.
This is a continuous recruitment effort. We will fill positions as excellent candidates present themselves so your early application is encouraged.