Manufacturing Process Engineer
10 hours ago
Basildon
Manufacturing Process Engineer Basildon, Essex Full-time Permanent Day Shift Monday-Friday First Achieve Engineering & Manufacturing are recruiting on behalf of a high-precision manufacturing organisation operating within a regulated engineering environment. We are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join the team in Basildon. This is a key role focused on designing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production. You'll work closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams, playing a hands-on role in process optimisation, NPI, and technical problem-solving on the shop floor. The Role As Manufacturing Process Engineer, you will be responsible for translating engineering intent into robust, repeatable manufacturing processes. Key Responsibilities: • Produce, update, and maintain manufacturing documentation, • Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles, • Work confidently with ERP/MRP systems, • Apply strong knowledge of machining processes and specifications, • Demonstrate understanding of aerospace materials and surface treatments, • Produce cost and time estimates, • Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, • Identify tooling requirements for assembly and inspection, • Support DFM / DFMA activities with internal and external design teams, • Liaise with external design teams to resolve technical product issues, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency About You You'll be an experienced process-focused engineer with the confidence to work independently and challenge existing methods where appropriate. Knowledge, Skills & Experience: • Solid experience in manufacturing processes and engineered products, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise work, • Broad technical skillset and strong problem-solving ability, • Comfortable questioning and improving established processes, • Proactive, flexible, and able to demonstrate initiative, • Computer literate Desirable (but not essential): • Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, • Working knowledge of 3D CAD software, • Understanding of 4/5-axis CNC machining and ISO G-code What's in it for you? • Full-time, permanent position, • 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (day shift), • Salary: £45,000 per annum, • Excellent benefits package including:, • Pension, • Life insurance, • Private medical healthcare, • Prescription safety eyewear, • Employee retail discounts, • 33 days holiday, including Christmas shutdown, • Strong opportunities for career development within a collaborative engineering team