Manufacturing Engineer

Alternative Heat Ltd; Banbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly expanding company in the Building Services sector as a Manufacturing Engineer. This role offers the chance to influence continuous improvement and contribute to the company's success. You'll be responsible for optimizing production processes, enhancing efficiency, and maintaining high-quality standards. The company specializes in innovative and sustainable building service solutions, providing a supportive environment with comprehensive training and development opportunities. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive in-house training

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance and health cash plans

Access to wellbeing platforms

Annual leave increases with service

Electric vehicle charging points

Daily complimentary coffee

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing engineering within bespoke engineered product companies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for resolving complex process issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop efficient DFMA-aligned processes and implement them effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes to meet quality, delivery, and cost targets.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

PFMEA

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Application Deadline: 13 May 2025

Department: Production

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Alternative Heat Head Office

Reporting To: Production Manager

Description

The opportunity has arisen to join an industry leader in the UK & Ireland’s Building Services sector. Alternative Heat designs, develops, and delivers a wide range of offsite-prefabricated, innovative, and sustainable building service solutions throughout the UK & Europe.

We specialise in the design, supply, and installation of prefabricated energy solutions, primarily built in NI and shipped across the UK & Europe. We also offer turnkey design, build, and operate solutions for commercial energy centres and large-scale district heating projects, with extensive experience delivering similar packages to public bodies across the UK & Europe.

Role Overview

Are you a Manufacturing Engineer seeking a role in a rapidly expanding company where you can influence continuous improvement and contribute to the company's success? This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in optimizing production processes, enhancing efficiency, and maintaining high-quality standards.

You will be responsible for developing, designing, and improving manufacturing processes, overseeing production, implementing procedures, and troubleshooting as needed.

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Head Office, Banbridge
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-3pm
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Responsible to: Production Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Develop efficient DFMA-aligned processes and implement them effectively.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on product design and modifications to ensure effective manufacturing methods.
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes to meet quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Implement quality systems, perform root cause analysis (8D), manage NCRs, and ensure compliance with standards.
• Maintain SOPs, process documentation, and generate performance reports to inform improvements.
• Support manufacturing operations on the shop floor, ensuring health, safety, and environmental standards are met.
• Provide engineering support for troubleshooting and technical problem resolution.
• Perform time studies to determine production times and costs, aiding operational decisions.
• Design and develop manufacturing processes, fixtures, tooling, and equipment for existing and new products, aiming for zero defects and low costs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with value stream teams to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
• Perform other tasks as needed to support business objectives.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Experience in manufacturing engineering within bespoke engineered product companies, with familiarity in Six Sigma, Lean, and PFMEA tools.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for resolving complex process issues.
• Knowledge of process safety, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for teamwork and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD files.
• Attention to detail, self-motivation, openness to change, and leadership capabilities, including mentoring.

Benefits

• Comprehensive in-house training and career development.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Life assurance and health cash plans.
• Access to wellbeing platforms and annual health checks.
• Annual leave increases with service, long service awards, and social events.
• Electric vehicle charging points, onsite parking, and branded merchandise allowances.
• Daily complimentary coffee and a friendly, supportive environment.