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This Work Placement opportunity is closed or has passed the closing date.

Trainee Manufacturing Engineer

Location(s) :
Flintshire
Closing Date :
10/05/2012
Suitable for Graduates :
Yes
Suitable for Undergraduates :
Yes
Contract Type :
Negotiable
Salary :
£ 250.00 Weekly
Placement Type :
Engineering & Construction, Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
Is a Welsh Speaker Required?
No
Posted On :
25/01/2012
Vacancy Reference ID :
211436
Description :

Who is the placement with?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with Henrob LTD , a world leader in self pierce riveting systems. Henrob design and manufacture riveting equipment and rivets at their Deeside site making use of 3D computer-aided design (CAD) software and state of the art facilities.

 

What will you be doing?

This opportunity is for a graduate to work with the engineering team and will include the following duties:-

  • To implement an Assembly Rig for a spring clamp sub-assembly (part of a Henrob riveting tool). 
  • To use an existing proposal as a starting point, the rig design is firstly to be reviewed and optimized, the rig will be used in production for both assembly and set-up (including calibration of the clamp sub assembly).

 

Essential Requirements :

The ideal candidate will be from an Engineering or Design background with strong IT skills, be able to use Microsoft packages and have excellent communication skills, preferably with some previous experience.  

Desirable Requirements :

The ideal candidate will have CAD skills and basic workshop skills.

Expected Outcomes :

At the end of the placement the candidate is expected to have gained relevant and robust industrial experience along with additional engineering skills.

It is important that you tailor your CV for every position that you apply for.  This is to demonstrate that you have the knowledge and experience that is required for the post.  If you would like further advice on how to tailor your CV / write a covering letter have a look at http://www.prospects.ac.uk/cvs.htmor if you are a student (of Glyndwr University) or a graduate (with Welsh address) you can contact us at the Careers Centre 01978 293240 or email us at careerscentre@glyndwr.ac.uk

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GO Wales work placements are 6-10 weeks of paid employment in an organisation in Wales. They often lead to longer-term work and are a great addition to your CV.

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