Lead Manufacturing Engineer

ACS Business Performance Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing technology SME in Cambridge is looking for a Lead Manufacturing Engineer. This role involves optimizing manufacturing processes, supporting production, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and at least 3 years of experience in low-volume, electro-mechanical manufacturing. Join this innovative company and help shape future products in science and healthcare.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in low-volume, electro-mechanical manufacturing.
• Background in scientific, medical, or regulated products preferred.
• Familiar with CE marking; US regulatory knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Optimise manufacturing processes to improve cost, quality, and efficiency.
• Support daily production—resolve build and quality issues swiftly.
• Lead process development and testing for new product introductions (NPI).
• Mentor junior engineers and production teams on process and quality standards.

Skills

Manufacturing process optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Mentoring skills

Education

Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, innovation-led SME that designs and manufactures high-quality scientific equipment. This hands-on role supports low-volume, electro-mechanical batch production, ensuring quality, efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal for a practical, solutions-focused engineer with experience in small-batch or complex assembly environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimise manufacturing processes to improve cost, quality, and efficiency.
• Support daily production—resolve build and quality issues swiftly.
• Lead process development and testing for new product introductions (NPI).
• Maintain documentation, tools, and calibration of production equipment.
• Ensure ISO 9001 and QMS compliance; support COSHH and electrical safety.
• Investigate and resolve non-conformances with root cause analysis.
• Mentor junior engineers and production teams on process and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and contribute to design-for-manufacture efforts.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Degree-qualified in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3+ years' experience in low-volume, electro-mechanical manufacturing.
• Background in scientific, medical, or regulated products preferred.
• Familiar with CE marking; US regulatory knowledge is a plus.
• Strong communicator with proven cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Practical, hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience mentoring or leading small teams or engineers.

Why Join?

• Play a key role in a growing company making an impact in science and healthcare.
• Collaborate across functions in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.
• Shape how products are built and contribute to innovation at scale.

ACS are recruiting for a Lead Manufacturing Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Lead Manufacturing Engineer submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Lead Manufacturing Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Lead Manufacturing Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Lead Manufacturing Engineer role you desire