Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Position: Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Permanent)
Senior Manufacturing / Process Engineer

Aerospace | Lean Manufacturing | Continuous Improvement

We are recruiting an experienced Manufacturing / Process Engineer to support asset optimisation and continuous improvement within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

This is a hands-on role focused on improving manufacturing performance across quality, cost, delivery, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

* Optimise manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, cost, quality, and safety

* Drive continuous improvement using Lean tools (FMEA, SPC, VSM, SOPs)

* Identify and eliminate non–value-added activity across machining, assembly, and paint processes

* Analyse production data and performance metrics to identify inefficiencies

* Deliver multiple manufacturing engineering projects aligned to QCD targets

* Support and embed a lean manufacturing culture

* Work with suppliers to reduce tooling and process costs

* Maintain engineering standards and support cross-functional teams

* Present data-driven improvement proposals to management

Skills & Experience

* Experience in Manufacturing or Process Engineering within a similar manufacturing environment

* Degree, HNC, or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline

* Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

* Practical mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge

* Strong project delivery capability

* Competent with Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

* Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

* Aerospace manufacturing experience

* Knowledge of AS9100

* NEBOSH certification

Additional Information

* Permanent role

* Occasional travel to other sites