Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

First Achieve Engineering Department is working on behalf of our client to recruit an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join a well-established and highly respected engineering business with a long-standing reputation for delivering precision-engineered solutions to critical industries worldwide.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and technically skilled engineer to play a key role in driving manufacturing efficiency, continuous improvement, and machining excellence within a fast-paced production environment.

The Role

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for planning, developing, and improving manufacturing processes to ensure components are produced efficiently, cost-effectively, and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with operational teams, machine shop personnel, and suppliers, you will support CNC machining operations through process development, CNC programming, tooling improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This role will involve both hands-on technical support and strategic process improvement activities across CNC and manual machining operations.

Key Responsibilities

Create and modify CNC programs using Siemens, Mazak, and Heidenhain programming languages
Prepare and update manufacturing methods, tooling details, setup instructions, and process documentation
Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods using Lean Manufacturing principles
Support daily manufacturing activities, resolving machining and process issues where required
Provide ongoing support to machine shop operations to ensure efficient and high-quality production
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
Create process specifications and material purchase specifications
Manage manufacturing consumables including tooling and lubrication systems
Support non-conformance investigations and corrective actions
Assist with cost of poor quality KPI improvements
Deliver training and technical support across manufacturing teams
Collaborate with managers and cell leaders to implement operational improvements
Ensure all health, safety, and environmental standards are maintained

Skills & Experience Required

HNC/HND qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Proven experience in a Manufacturing Engineer position within a machining environment
Strong knowledge of CNC and manual machining processes, including milling and turning
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
CNC programming experience using Siemens, Mazak, and/or Heidenhain controls
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Experience using SAP or other MRP systems
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word
A proactive team player with the ability to lead and implement change effectively

Additional Requirements

Applicants must have valid Right to Work in the UK and be capable of obtaining Security Clearance for this role.

Working Environment

This role will involve a combination of office-based and shop floor activities within a manufacturing environment. Occasional travel may be required