Lead Applications Engineer - Advanced Manufacturing & Defence
Morgan Ryder Associates
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Job summary
Morgan Ryder Associates is recruiting a Principal Engineer for its Advanced Manufacturing & Defence portfolio in Dorking, Surrey. The role centers on applying mechanical and manufacturing expertise to deliver practical, manufacturable solutions for demanding projects.
You will work directly with customers, review drawings and specifications, and collaborate with engineering, production and purchasing teams to ensure technically sound, commercially viable outcomes for defence and high‑tech
Qualifications
- Experienced Mechanical, Manufacturing or Production Engineer.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing methods and GD&T.
- Customer-facing experience or ability to engage with clients.
Responsibilities
- Build strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
- Provide technical leadership during discussions and project development.
- Review drawings, specifications, CAD models and technical enquiries.
- Conduct DFM and manufacturing feasibility reviews.
- Support technical problem solving and investigations.
- Develop opportunities across advanced manufacturing and defence.
- Prepare quotations, estimates and technical proposals.
- Assess manufacturing methods, risks, cost, lead time and resource requirements.
- Represent the business at industry events and networking activities.
- Support defence supply-chain engagement.
Skills
Job description
Morgan Ryder Associates is recruiting a Principal Engineer for its Advanced Manufacturing & Defence portfolio in Dorking, Surrey. The role centers on applying mechanical and manufacturing expertise to deliver practical, manufacturable solutions for demanding projects.
You will work directly with customers, review drawings and specifications, and collaborate with engineering, production and purchasing teams to ensure technically sound, commercially viable outcomes for defence and high‑tech
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