Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Manager, Manufacturing Eng.

Onsite – Wolverhampton, G

Due to growth, we are now seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical leadership and help drive excellence within our Wolverhampton manufacturing facility. This is a high-impact role for an experienced manufacturing professional who thrives on solving complex problems, leading process innovation, and mentoring others—all while working with cutting-edge technology and world-class engineering teams. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will take ownership of Make/Buy part reviews, manufacturing process development, and continuous improvement initiatives within your assigned product area.

You’ll play a critical role in ensuring new and existing programs meet manufacturing strategy, cost targets, quality expectations, and delivery commitments. You’ll act as a trusted technical authority—guiding best practices, approving key documentation, and supporting teams across design, engineering, operations, and supply chain.

• Technical Leadership & Manufacturing Excellence
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and coaching to Manufacturing Engineers and Manufacturing Support Engineers
  • Lead part reviews including GD&T, manufacturability, and cost optimization
  • Act as a key signatory for ECNs, work instructions, SOPs, procedures, tooling, and fixtures

• Advanced Manufacturing & Process Development
  • Develop robust machining processes for complex, tight-tolerance components
  • Drive lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to improve quality, cost, and delivery
  • Scope, specify, and support capital investment in new machines, tooling, and technology

• Machining & Engineering Expertise
  • Strong working knowledge of:
  • 5-axis simultaneous machining
  • Milling, turning, and cutting tool selection
  • 5-axis fixture design
  • CAD/CAM programming (Siemens NX preferred, Solid Works)
  • Post-processing and full process documentation
  • RCCA and practical problem solving

• New Product Introduction & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Design, Product Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure:
  • DFM and DFSS principles are embedded early
  • APQP deliverables are met (DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA)
  • Support successful product launch into manufacturing

• Operational Support & Continuous Improvement
  • Lead day-to-day manufacturing support within your product area
  • Resolve process issues, minimize downtime, and improve reliability
  • Support TPM and other improvement initiatives
  • Contribute to digitalization and future manufacturing strategies

• Qualifications & Experience
• BSc (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Production Engineering (preferred)
• Significant, progressive experience in manufacturing or process engineering
• Proven experience with Lean, Six Sigma, DFM, DFSS, APQP, and Zero Defects
• Strong CNC programming experience using 3D CAD/CAM tools

• Desirable Process Knowledge
• EDM (Wire Erode)
• Honing
• Turning and sliding head technology
• Grinding and deburring
• Heat treatment and special processes (anodising, plating, etc.)

• What Sets You Apart
• A natural technical leader who enjoys mentoring and developing others
• Analytical, methodical, and solutions-focused
• Comfortable working cross-functionally and influencing at all levels
• Creative and strategic thinker with a passion for future-focused manufacturing
• Flexible and willing to travel occasionally to support business needs

• What We Offer
• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging
• Hybrid working arrangements

We review applications on an ongoing basis,…