Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer – Mechanical

Evolito Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolito Ltd. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Mechanical) to drive provisioning of manufacturing facilities, processes and tooling for axial flux motor and motor control unit assembly.

You will lead equipment procurement, FAT/SAT, and collaborate with production, quality, and planning teams to ensure smooth scale-up. Ideal candidates bring a degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering, with DFMA expertise and experience in aerospace manufacturing and QMS standards.

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent (HNC/HND).
• Proven experience in process design and optimisation for aerospace manufacturing and safety-critical components.
• Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset and operational excellence.
• Understanding of DFMA principles and applying them in product development.
• Familiarity with automation and equipment such as dispensing, laser welding, electrical testing, and leak testing.
• Knowledge of QMS and aerospace standards ISO9001, AS9100, AS9145.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP) and PLM tools like Teamcenter and Opcenter MES.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; collaborative teamwork.
• Willingness to travel if required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, specify and implement manufacturing facilities and processes for assembly and testing.
• Lead equipment specification, procurement, and commissioning incl. FAT/SAT.
• Provide manufacturing feasibility input in design reviews.
• Create and manage MBOMs, process flows, routings, and work instructions.
• Support trials, first builds, and line changes with production, quality and planning.
• Collaborate with Tooling Engineers and suppliers for tooling delivery and validation.
• Participate in daily stand-ups and cross-functional meetings; flag delivery risks.
• Assess processes/equipment for safety and risk mitigation; perform PFMEA and Control Plans.
• Contribute to cost estimates and feasibility studies; support early proposals.

Skills

Process design

Optimization

DFMA

Cross-functional

Analytical thinking

Education

Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering degree

Tools

SAP

Teamcenter

Opcenter MES

Quality systems

Job description

Evolito Ltd. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Mechanical) to drive provisioning of manufacturing facilities, processes and tooling for axial flux motor and motor control unit assembly.

You will lead equipment procurement, FAT/SAT, and collaborate with production, quality, and planning teams to ensure smooth scale-up. Ideal candidates bring a degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering, with DFMA expertise and experience in aerospace manufacturing and QMS standards.