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Senior Manufacturing Engineer - 12 month FTC

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Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library
Livingston, West Lothian, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£50k - £60k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Glenrothes or Livingston
Duration: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (potential for permanent role)
Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week) - compressed working week, Fridays off
Security Clearance: BPSS (must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship)

Copello are working with a leading organisation in the defence and aerospace sector, supporting the delivery of advanced engineering solutions across highly regulated, complex environments. Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join their team on a fixed-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on innovative programmes, contributing to cutting-edge manufacturing and engineering projects while collaborating with experienced, multidisciplinary teams.

The Role

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in driving continuous improvement and ensuring manufacturing excellence across a range of programmes.

Key responsibilities include:

* Driving improvement initiatives using best-in-class and world-class manufacturing principles

* Working as an active member of integrated programme and engineering teams

* Analysing manufacturing data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities

* Leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions

* Supporting resolution of quality and performance challenges

* Identifying training and development needs to enhance team capability

* Monitoring and reporting on manufacturing engineering metrics and KPIs

* Using data insights to optimise processes and improve performance

* Supporting programme cells and the wider engineering function

* Contributing to Design for Manufacture (DFM) and manufacturability assessments

* Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities

Essential Experience & Qualifications

* HND (or equivalent) in Manufacturing, Production Engineering, or a related discipline

* Strong experience within electronics manufacturing across a range of technologies

* Proven ability to analyse data and deliver practical engineering solutions

* Experience contributing to improvements in production efficiency and effectiveness

* Understanding and application of Statistical Process Control (SPC)

* Experience leading or contributing to Process FMEA and risk mitigation activities

* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles

* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels

* Proactive, self-motivated approach with strong team collaboration skills

Desirable Experience

* Proven track record within a manufacturing or engineering environment

* Ability to challenge existing processes and drive continuous improvement

* Confident communicator across multidisciplinary teams

* Experience working across multiple manufacturing platforms

Please note: Candidates must be permanent UK residents and able to successfully complete BPSS security clearance

Reference: 224928004

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Senior Manufacturing Engineer - 12 month FTC

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library

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Livingston, West Lothian, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£50k - £60k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Glenrothes or Livingston
Duration: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (potential for permanent role)
Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week) - compressed working week, Fridays off
Security Clearance: BPSS (must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship)

Copello are working with a leading organisation in the defence and aerospace sector, supporting the delivery of advanced engineering solutions across highly regulated, complex environments. Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join their team on a fixed-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on innovative programmes, contributing to cutting-edge manufacturing and engineering projects while collaborating with experienced, multidisciplinary teams.

The Role

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in driving continuous improvement and ensuring manufacturing excellence across a range of programmes.

Key responsibilities include:

* Driving improvement initiatives using best-in-class and world-class manufacturing principles

* Working as an active member of integrated programme and engineering teams

* Analysing manufacturing data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities

* Leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions

* Supporting resolution of quality and performance challenges

* Identifying training and development needs to enhance team capability

* Monitoring and reporting on manufacturing engineering metrics and KPIs

* Using data insights to optimise processes and improve performance

* Supporting programme cells and the wider engineering function

* Contributing to Design for Manufacture (DFM) and manufacturability assessments

* Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities

Essential Experience & Qualifications

* HND (or equivalent) in Manufacturing, Production Engineering, or a related discipline

* Strong experience within electronics manufacturing across a range of technologies

* Proven ability to analyse data and deliver practical engineering solutions

* Experience contributing to improvements in production efficiency and effectiveness

* Understanding and application of Statistical Process Control (SPC)

* Experience leading or contributing to Process FMEA and risk mitigation activities

* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles

* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels

* Proactive, self-motivated approach with strong team collaboration skills

Desirable Experience

* Proven track record within a manufacturing or engineering environment

* Ability to challenge existing processes and drive continuous improvement

* Confident communicator across multidisciplinary teams

* Experience working across multiple manufacturing platforms

Please note: Candidates must be permanent UK residents and able to successfully complete BPSS security clearance
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Reference: 224928004

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