Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title:

Manufacturing Engineer

Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per year (DOE)

Location:

Cramlington

• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Life insurance

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established precision engineering organisation based in the North East of England. The business operates within a modern manufacturing environment, producing high-quality engineered components for demanding applications.

This employer is committed to continuous improvement, investment in technology, and developing its people. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking team where engineering expertise is genuinely valued. This role offers long-term stability and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on manufacturing performance.

The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in supporting and improving production processes across the site.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating, modifying and optimising CNC programmes and tooling data to improve efficiency.
• Supporting feasibility studies and contributing engineering input during production planning.
• Reviewing existing processes and identifying opportunities for improvement in quality, cost and delivery.
• Working closely with external tooling suppliers to identify cost‑saving and performance improvements.
• Leading engineering tasks and projects from concept through to implementation.
• Providing hands‑on technical support to production teams during set‑ups and live manufacturing.
• Undertaking additional engineering duties as required to support operational goals.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be expected to apply practical problem‑solving skills and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

To succeed in this Manufacturing Engineer role, you will ideally have:

• Experience with CNC turning and milling, including CNC programming (Fanuc experience advantageous).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn.

This opportunity would suit a Manufacturing Engineer looking to develop their skills in a supportive and technically driven environment.

If you are a motivated Manufacturing Engineer seeking a stable role with long‑term progression, we would welcome your application.