Sales & Manufacturing Engineer
2 days ago
Cheltenham
Job Title: Sales & Manufacturing Engineer Shift: Day shift Location: Cheltenham Salary: Excellent Salary + Excellent benefits package We are seeking a driven and technically capable Sales & Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. This is a hybrid role combining customer-facing technical sales with hands-on manufacturing engineering. You will be responsible for developing customer relationships, generating new business, and delivering end-to-end manufacturing solutions—from initial enquiry through to production. This role requires strong knowledge of precision machining, commercial awareness, and the ability to translate customer requirements into efficient, high-quality manufacturing processes. Key Responsibilities – Sales & Manufacturing Engineer • Engage with customers to develop tailored manufacturing solutions, • Manage and grow key accounts while identifying new business opportunities, • Prepare technical proposals, quotations, and support customer tenders, • Lead projects from enquiry through to production and successful delivery, • Develop manufacturing methods, process plans, and Bills of Materials (BOMs), • Ability to generate CNC programs (Milling, Turning, EDM) using CAM software, • Ability to produce CAD drawings and design jigs/fixtures (HyperMILL), • Ensure smooth transition of new projects into production, • Work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets, • Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles, • Support tooling, inspection, and production readiness activities Qualifications & Requirements – Sales & Manufacturing Engineer • Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or related discipline, • Strong background in precision machining and manufacturing engineering, • Experience in technical sales, account management, or customer-facing engineering roles, • Proficient in CAD/CAM software (e.g., HyperMILL & Vericut), • Knowledge of CNC machining processes and manufacturing methods, • Experience with ERP/MRP systems, • Understanding of AS9100 or similar quality standards, • Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills, • Commercially aware with a proactive, results-driven approach, • Experience in Aerospace & Defence, • Knowledge of ITAR/export regulations, • Experience with Lean tools (5S, SPC, TPM, etc.), • Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) What we can offer – Sales & Manufacturing Engineer • Competitive salary, • Company pension plan, • Life assurance, • Healthcare Plan, • Free onsite parking For more information on this role, please contact Paul Furlong on 01453 829789 or send a copy of your CV to Candidates who are currently a Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Lead, Production Engineer or Project Engineer may be suitable for this role. For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website