Manufacturing Engineer
hace 16 días
Leicester
A leading supplier into the Aerospace industry based in the Leicester area are looking for two Manufacturing Engineers to join their team The ideal candidate will be a hard-working and adaptable Engineer with a strong technical background within a similar manufacturing environment, preferably in the Aerospace or Automotive industry. Operating in a regulated environment, you will report to the Manufacturing Supervisor and be part of a team of sevenRole: Manufacturing Engineer x2Location: LeicesterSalary: Up to £58,000Shift: DaysHours: 38 hoursThe key responsibilities of the Manufacturing Engineer role will be: • Understand process constraints and operating parameters within the assigned value stream, contributing to initiatives that improve workflow and efficiency., • Produce and maintain controlled manufacturing documentation, including set-up packs, stage drawings, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)., • Take responsibility for Manufacturing Engineering deliverables within new product introduction processes, including cost estimation, route creation, drawing preparation, and customer approvals., • Ensure all required tooling and fixturing are designed, sourced, and available to support safe, efficient, and robust production processes., • Use appropriate engineering software to create and validate CNC programs that meet quality and cycle time requirements., • Support continuous improvement initiatives, including lean activities and shopfloor engagement, to enhance performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery., • Apply structured problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and implement effective solutions, particularly in relation to process capability and quality issues., • Contribute to the development of a strong problem-solving culture through peer reviews, training, and knowledge sharing., • Lead or support the implementation of improvement projects, including collaboration with suppliers and customers, adoption of new technologies, and completion of risk assessments such as PFMEA., • Participate in internal and external audits, addressing any identified gaps through corrective actions.The key requirements of the Manufacturing Engineer will be:, • Experience working in a manufacturing environment such as aerospace, automotive, or similar industries, • Higher National Diploma (HND) or equivalent qualification in Engineering or a related discipline, • Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes, • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, • Proven experience in developing manufacturing methods for complex components and assemblies, • CAD/CAM experience (e.g. SolidWorks or similar) is desirable, • Ability to interpret detailed engineering drawings, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Project, • Ability to work independently and use initiative, • Demonstrates professional behaviours aligned with core values such as respect, integrity, safety, and excellencePlease apply online or contact for a confidential conversationExecutive Network Group, encompassing Technical Network, Network HR, HSE Network & Procurement People, sourcing mid to senior level management for automotive, aerospace, engineering and manufacturing industrial sectors, with a portfolio of services including executive search, advertising, MRO for permanent and interim contract recruitment services