Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME)

CNC Recruitment Limited; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to join a well-respected aerospace engineering company in Yeovil. You will influence design and manufacturing planning, ensuring high-quality standards. Ideal candidates should have experience with mechanical/electrical engineering, CAD proficiency, and strong self-management skills. This role offers a competitive salary and dynamic career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience applying mechanical and/or electrical engineering principles.
• Strong self-management skills with the ability to prioritise.
• Proficient in producing drawings and mechanical models.

Responsibilities

• Ensure new products are introduced using data-driven methods.
• Maintain regular communication with production teams.
• Provide concise, data-driven reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Strong self-management skills

Technical expertise in manufacturing

Mechanical and/or electrical engineering principles

Proficient in CAD software

Tools

CAD software

Job description

CNC Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to join our client in Yeovil - a well-respected aerospace engineering company.

Pay - £35,000 - £55,000 Per Annum

Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 5.30pm and Friday 8.00am to 12.30pm

Job Type: Temp to Perm (Permanent after 16 weeks)

About the Job:

Join a globally recognised, profitable, and respected company.

When you become part of our team, you join a successful and innovative group that turns tomorrow's ideas into today's solutions.

Our employees enjoy dynamic career progression opportunities across various fields and industries.

The engineering team is responsible:

• Defining process equipment requirements and specifications.
• Reviewing manufacturing, fabrication, and system assembly methods for photonics solutions in harsh environments.
• Delivering consistently conforming products that aim to exceed customer expectations through compliance with EN9100:2016 (AS 9100) and other regulatory and contractual standards.

About the Role:

As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME), you will work closely with stakeholders to influence the design and manufacturing planning process. You'll define methods, BOMs, and routes for both new and existing products, identifying the tools and equipment required to meet high-quality standards and customer specifications. You'll also optimise productivity through analysis of layout, workflow, assembly methods, and output—while supporting daily production activities to ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure new products are introduced using data-driven, repeatable process methods.
• Implement work instructions, routes, BOMs, tools and equipment, technical drawings, risk assessments, and facilities in line with requests, quality standards, and cost targets.
• Keep projects on track and aligned with their original scope.
• Provide concise, data-driven reports for senior leadership at key review points.
• Maintain regular communication with production teams to align on priorities.

Skills and Requirements:

• Strong self-management skills with the ability to prioritise according to defined goals and objectives.
• Technical expertise in the manufacturing and processing of assigned product areas.
• Experience applying mechanical and/or electrical engineering principles.
• Proficient in producing drawings and/or mechanical models using recognised CAD software.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with new product introduction and deployment.
• Familiarity with process data collection.
• Knowledge of FMEA, PFMEA, and DFMEA (Design for Manufacture).
• Experience creating production and process control plans.

Understanding of optical/photonic systems, particularly optical fibre