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Manufacturing Engineer – Automation Whitstable, Kent | £40,000–£50,000 | Permanent | Mon–Thu 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–13:30 You will support the manufacturing team by taking responsibility for customer requirements, product/process development and production improvement. This role sits within a well-established engineering group known for providing high-technology interconnect, sensor and antenna solutions across various sectors. You will work across the engineering lifecycle with a growing focus on automation. Key Responsibilities: • Participate in new product introduction (NPI) projects and engineering change activity, delivering stable process design and technical insight, • Support the team in the completion of product and process risk analyses (e.g. DFMEA, PFMEA), • Provide installation/commissioning support for automated equipment and assist in validation (test plans, acceptance criteria), • Investigate and solve quality issues in guidance with standards like ISO 9001 and AS9100, • Support supplier, process, and customer quality improvement activities, including addressing non-conformances and providing help to resolve customer concerns Requirements: • Minimum Level 6 /BEng level qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a similar subject, • Currently Chartered/Incorporated or working towards chartership, • Extensive hands-on experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment involving tooling and fixture design / development, • Ability to use 3D CAD software (Creo preferred), • Experience with MRP/ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or Infor XA, • Experience using PDM/document control tools and facilitating engineering change processes, • Familiarity with industrial control concepts (PLCs, HMIs, motors, sensors) and automation integration, fault finding and first-line maintenance, • Familiarity with key APQP tools such as Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), FMEAs, Control Plans, • Understanding of Quality Management Systems (e.g. ISO 9001 and AS9100), • Ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical colleagues, • Eligibility: Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship) Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high-technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are, of course, free to resubmit your CV/details in the future, and we shall assess your suitability at that time. This is a permanent role.

NEW MANUFACTURING ENGINEER IN WHITSTABLE. A leading manufacturer of a range of complex electronic applications for the military and aerospace industries are searching for a Production Manager to join their dynamic team based in Whitstable, Kent. Our client is looking for a proactive Manufacturing Engineer to join a growing and forward-thinking manufacturing team. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, improving production processes, and driving innovation through automation. Responsibilities as an Manufacturing Engineer in Whitstable. • Support NPI Projects with robust process design and technical input., • Assist in risk analysis activities such as DFMEA and PFMEA., • Identify and implement process and equipment solutions, including supporting automation integration (robotics, PLC/HMI, vision systems, conveyors, assembly/test automation)., • Design and validate tooling, fixtures and workstations., • conduct prototype and pre-production builds., • Support cost-benefit and ROI assessments for automation projects and define key performance metrics., • Assist in PPAP activities., • Support quality improvements and root cause investigations using tools such as 8D, 5 whys and ishikawa. Requirements as an Manufacturing Engineer in Whitstable. • BEng in Mechanical Engineering or related scientific discipline., • Experience using 3D CAD (preferably Creo). If you are interested in this Manufacturing Engineer job in Whitstable. then APPLY NOW - please contact Adam on 01525 664854.

The Opportunity We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Manager to lead a multi-skilled maintenance team at a high-volume manufacturing site in the Canterbury area. Youll own the site engineering agenda covering people leadership, preventative maintenance, reliability improvements, contractor control, and compliance working closely with Operations and Production to maximise uptime and maintain a safe, well-organised environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business offering stability, investment, and the chance to shape the future of the engineering function. Key Responsibilities Lead, support, and develop the engineering team, setting clear expectations and promoting a positive safety culture. Manage the sites PPM programme (CMMS), ensuring timely completion, improved reliability, and reduced unplanned downtime. Oversee Health & Safety, compliance requirements, and safe systems of work, including permit-to-work and lockout/tagout. Provide direction during breakdowns, ensuring structured fault-finding, root cause analysis, and permanent corrective actions. Manage contractors and service partners, including RAMS, permits, and performance monitoring. Maintain engineering stores and spares, ensuring critical stock availability and cost control. Plan and deliver improvement projects and support the execution of site CAPEX activity. Track engineering KPIs, utilities usage, and performance data, providing regular reporting. Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and reliability-focused improvements. Work collaboratively with Production, Operations, Technical, and Supply Chain to support site priorities. About You Time-served multi-skilled engineer (electrical and/or mechanical) with proven experience in an engineering leadership role within manufacturing or FMCG. Strong technical background in maintenance, diagnostics, and reliability improvement. Solid understanding of Health & Safety, compliance standards, and safe systems of work. Experience managing contractors, maintenance systems, and engineering documentation. Comfortable working with automated equipment and PLC-controlled systems (fault-finding preferred; programming not required). Strong communicator with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills. A proactive leader committed to continuous improvement and high operational standards. Ready to take the next step? Apply now to join a forward-thinking manufacturer that values reliability, innovation, and strong engineering leadership. TPBN1_UKTJ

Do you have experience providing technical support with WMS systems in a Fulfilment / warehouse environment? Keen to work in a brand-new automated state of the art Fulfilment facility? Are you the kind of person who loves figuring out how things work, and making them work better? Were on an ambitiou