Manufacturing Engineer

We are working on behalf of a leading UK-based engineering organisation to recruit a Manufacturing Engineer on a 12‑month fixed-term contract. This role will support the introduction of new and technically complex products into manufacture , within a highly regulated and project-driven environment.

This position offers a broad scope across Manufacturing Engineering and New Product Introduction (NPI) , working at the interface of design and production. The successful candidate will be involved in supporting new product development activities, while also contributing to the optimisation and improvement of existing manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the introduction of new products into manufacturing, including involvement in early-stage builds, trials, and process development activities
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and production methods
• Contribute to NPI activities, helping to transition products from design through to production
• Identify and help resolve design-for-manufacture (DFM) considerations
• Create and maintain:
• Work instructions and standard operating procedures
• Manufacturing documentation and build records
• Process flows and routing information

Provide shop floor support, assisting with technical queries, build issues, and non-conformances

Work closely with Design Engineering to translate concepts into practical manufacturing solutions

Support process validation, trials, and continuous improvement initiatives

Analyse production data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Quality, Supply Chain, and Projects

Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality standards, and regulatory requirements

About You

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline
• Experience within a manufacturing or production engineering environment
• Good understanding of:
• Fabrication, machining, or mechanical assembly processes
• Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles
• Exposure to NPI, product development, or production support activities

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications

A practical, problem-solving approach, with confidence supporting shop floor activities

Comfortable working in a dynamic project environment, where priorities may evolve

Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams

Experience within heavy engineering, fabrication, or complex assemblies

Familiarity with welding, structural fabrication, or large-scale assemblies

Exposure to production trials, prototyping, or process validation activities

Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments

Experience using CAD or digital manufacturing tools

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