Manufacturing Engineer

Supporting the introduction and optimisation of advanced manufacturing processes, the Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in bringing new machining capability into production and ensuring safe, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing operations.

This role covers a broad range of activities including CNC process development, equipment commissioning, New Product Introduction, process validation, and continuous improvement. Working within a high-performance manufacturing environment, you will support the industrialisation of new equipment and products while driving improvements in quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for:

Supporting the commissioning and industrialisation of new CNC machining and waterjet cutting equipment.
Developing and implementing robust manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
Creating and maintaining manufacturing documentation including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process flows.
Leading Process FMEAs and risk assessments to ensure safe and capable manufacturing processes.
Defining tooling, fixturing, and work holding solutions to optimise machining performance and repeatability.
Supporting equipment start-up activities, process validation, and operator training.
Driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, cycle time reduction, and waste elimination.
Investigating manufacturing issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.
Supporting New Product Introduction activities to ensure products are manufacturable and production-ready.
Collaborating with Quality, Production, Design Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to support successful project delivery.
Monitoring process performance and identifying opportunities for automation, efficiency improvements, and cost reduction.
The Manufacturing Engineer will have:

A Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
A strong understanding of CNC machining processes, ideally including large-format 3-axis and 5-axis machining centres.
Experience supporting machine commissioning, process validation, and production ramp-up activities.
Knowledge of Fanuc-controlled machining centres would be highly advantageous.
Experience working with aluminium components and precision manufacturing processes.
Familiarity with waterjet cutting processes would be beneficial.
Experience conducting PFMEA activities and developing manufacturing documentation.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with experience of root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.
If this role aligns with your experience, apply with your updated CV and a member of our team will be in touch with more details