Manufacturing Engineer

BAE Systems; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the production of the M777 towed artillery system. The role involves creating Manufacturing Engineering Data Packs, managing SHE systems, and fostering cross-functional relationships to optimize performance. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications and experience in manufacturing processes.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Company Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work

Employee discounts

Potential eligibility for an annual incentive

Qualifications

• Experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role.
• Knowledge of relevant Engineering & Manufacturing Engineering standards.
• Experience using PLM and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Convert Engineering Design intent into Manufacturing Engineering Data Packs and Instructions.
• Manage Quality and Safety Health & Environment Systems.
• Assist in estimating activities and make/buy decisions.

Skills

Knowledge of Engineering & Manufacturing Engineering standards

Knowledge of SHE regulations

Knowledge of Lean processes

Education

HNC or equivalent

Foundation degree with practical experience

Tools

Product Lifecycle Management systems (e.g., Teamcenter)

Enterprise Resource Planning systems (e.g., SAP)

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Sheffield. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: GBP45,383+ dependent on skills and experience.

What you'll be doing:

1. Responsible for converting the Engineering Design intent into Manufacturing Engineering Data Packs (MDP) and Manufacturing Instructions (MI) for Operations use.
2. Contribute to the management of the Quality and Safety Health & Environment (SHE) Systems, for Manufacturing Engineering processes and documentation, ensuring safe methods of working, and manage contractors and suppliers on site, ensuring SHE processes are followed.
3. Assist in estimating activities and make/buy decisions.
4. Build effective internal and cross-functional relationships to achieve project requirements and support business cases that improve performance and optimize return on capital investment.
5. Identify development opportunities and areas for continuous improvement.
6. Assist in deploying training and conducting risk assessments related to Manufacturing Engineering.

Your skills and experiences:

1. Knowledge of relevant Engineering & Manufacturing Engineering standards and SHE regulations.
2. HNC or equivalent, with experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role, or Foundation degree with practical experience.
3. Experience using Product Lifecycle Management systems (e.g., Teamcenter) and Enterprise Resource Planning systems (e.g., SAP).
4. Knowledge of Lean processes.

Benefits:

Benefits include a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, a Company Share Incentive Plan, flexible working, employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, employee discounts, and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

The Manufacturing Engineering team:

Part of BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, Weapon Systems (UK) designs, develops, manufactures, and supports artillery systems, naval guns, and provides engineering capabilities. Our mission is to be a trusted and affordable weapons provider, delivering effective mission solutions. This role supports manufacturing of the M777 towed artillery system and involves travel across the North of England to support various sites.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place to make a real difference. We value diversity, reward integrity and merit, and empower our employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and accommodate disabilities or health conditions during recruitment. Many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, including security vetting requirements.