Manufacturing Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking manufacturing firm in Aberdeen is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer. This role involves collaborating with teams to develop products, improving manufacturing processes, and managing projects. Candidates should have a technical background in engineering and be skilled in problem solving and project management. The company offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing processes required.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Confident operating across departments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with R&D, design and production teams.
• Take ownership of manufacturing improvement projects.
• Identify inefficiencies or technical issues.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Engineering or technical background

Job description

Job Description

Engage Talent Partners are partnering with our Aberdeen-based client to recruit a Manufacturing Engineer.

Our client is an innovative and forward-thinking business entering a significant period of growth. With continued investment in their people, processes and technology, they are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support both day-to-day production activities and long-term process improvements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional to join their R&D department, solving real-time issues and contributing to wider business improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with R&D, design and production teams to develop and refine new products, ensuring manufacturing processes are in place to support efficient and reliable production.
• Take ownership of manufacturing improvement projects from planning through to implementation - coordinating technical input, overseeing contractor activity, and ensuring safe, timely delivery.
• Identify inefficiencies or technical issues in existing manufacturing methods and work with relevant teams to develop and implement practical, sustainable process improvements.
• Liaise with internal departments, including external contractors, to coordinate on-site work and resolve technical queries.
• Raise and manage necessary permits and safety documentation to support controlled execution of work and adherence to site and regulatory standards.
• Play a key role in future planning to ensure smooth implementation of product R&D developments into production.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced manufacturing professional, confident operating across departments and thriving on making things happen and getting things done. You’ll ideally come from an engineering or technical background with experience in manufacturing processes and a solid understanding of the realities of working on the shop floor. Excellent communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment are essential.

This role offers a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package and genuine headroom for career growth within a business that values innovation and continuous improvement.

If this sounds like your next move, please send your CV for immediate consideration.