Manufacturing Engineer - Automation

Overview

Manufacturing is moving fast in Northampton, and this Manufacturing Engineer role puts you right at the centre of a major push toward robotics, automated production and smarter processes. If you enjoy improving how things are made, solving production challenges and getting hands-on with robotics and automated equipment, this is a chance to help shape a modern manufacturing environment while driving measurable improvements across the shop floor.

• Competitive salary between £50,000 - £55,000
• Retention bonus scheme up to £650
• 4x life assurance providing strong financial protection
• Company sick pay scheme for added security
• Pension scheme to support long-term financial planning
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus access to retail discounts and free hot drinks on site

• Supporting and optimising robotic welding cells and automated production equipment
• Creating and maintaining process documentation including PFMEA, Control Plans and Process Instructions
• Investigating production issues using structured problem-solving methods such as 5 Why and DMAIC
• Driving lean manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency, quality and throughput
• Supporting the introduction of new equipment, processes and automation technologies
• Analysing production data and KPIs to identify and implement performance improvements

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Previous experience working within a manufacturing engineering role in an industrial production environment
• Experience with robotics, automation or automated manufacturing systems
• Exposure to robotic welding systems within production environments
• Experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD or Creo and familiarity with PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment

Please note:

sponsorship is not available for this role.

If you re ready to take the next step as a Manufacturing Engineer - Automation and play a key role in advancing automation across a modern manufacturing facility, we d like to hear from you.

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