Junior Manufacturing Engineer

VanRath Search & Selection; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension

Life assurance

Stock purchase plan

Refer a Friend

Perks at Work

Training & development

Career progression

Global engineering company

Job summary

VanRath Search & Selection is recruiting a Junior Manufacturing Engineer for a world‑leading engineering manufacturer in Campsie, near Londonderry. The role focuses on developing and improving manufacturing processes, supporting new product introductions and driving continuous improvement to ensure safe, high‑quality production.

You will work with Design, Production, Quality and Supply Chain teams to optimise layouts, tooling and work instructions while maintaining documentation and standards.

Qualifications

• A qualification in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience in a Manufacturing/Production engineering role is preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean techniques and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with NPI and manufacturing layouts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for safety, quality and productivity.
• Support New Product Introductions from design through production.
• Design and implement layouts, tooling and work instructions.
• Drive Lean initiatives to reduce waste and raise efficiency.
• Investigate issues and implement engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with Design, Production, Quality and Supply Chain teams.
• Maintain engineering documentation and manufacturing standards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Eng degree

Job description

Junior Manufacturing Engineer (KYMENG3107) Londonderry, Northern Ireland

Salary: GBP30000 - GBP35000 per annum

Junior Manufacturing Engineer

Campsie, Derry/Londonderry
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Join a Global Engineering Manufacturer

VANRATH are partnering with a world-leading engineering manufacturer to recruit a JuniorManufacturing Engineer for their state-of-the-art facility in Campsie.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative business where you'll play a key role in enhancing manufacturing performance, supporting new product introductions, and driving continuous improvement across production. Working alongside Design, Production, Quality and Supply Chain teams, you'll help ensure products are manufactured efficiently, safely and to the highest quality standards.

Whether you're already working as a Manufacturing Engineer or have experience in Production Engineering and are looking to progress, this role offers excellent career development within a business renowned for investing in its people.

What You'll Be Doing

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you'll be responsible for developing and improving manufacturing processes while supporting the successful introduction of new products into production.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Optimising manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality and productivity.
• Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from design through to production.
• Designing and implementing manufacturing layouts, tooling, fixtures and work instructions.
• Driving Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
• Investigating manufacturing issues and implementing effective engineering solutions.
• Working closely with Design Engineering to ensure products are designed for efficient manufacture and assembly.
• Monitoring production data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.
• Collaborating with Production, Quality, Maintenance and Supply Chain teams to improve operational performance.
• Maintaining accurate engineering documentation and manufacturing standards.
• Supporting capital equipment projects and the installation of new manufacturing technology.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Aqualification in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Previous experience in a Manufacturing Engineer or Production Engineer position.
• A solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques.
• Knowledge of fabrication, assembly and modern manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects would be beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• A practical, proactive approach with a passion for improving manufacturing performance.

What's in it for You?

• Private healthcare for you and your dependants
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Perks at Work employee discount programme
• Ongoing training and professional development
Clear opportunities for long-term career progression
• The chance to work with cutting-edge products within a global engineering organisation

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact on manufacturing performance while developing your career with a market-leading engineering business, we'd love to hear from you.