Manufacturing Engineer

Mane; Bedford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mane in Bedford is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement across the full product lifecycle from development to production. You will work with Engineering, Production and Operations to develop robust processes, improve yield and reduce costs.

Join a collaborative team focused on process development, lean manufacturing, and delivering high-tech programmes. The role offers career progression and an attractive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing engineering within a complex engineering or highly regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of assembly processes, including electro-mechanical assembly, bonding, or similar technologies.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Experience producing technical drawings using CAD software.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and management of BOMs and routings (SAP desirable).

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise manufacturing processes and production methods.
• Define assembly sequences, work instructions, production layouts, and material flows.
• Create and maintain Manufacturing BOMs, routings, and process documentation.
• Identify tooling and fixturing requirements to support production.
• Generate technical requirement specifications and manufacturing estimates.
• Support production readiness, shop floor problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive lean manufacturing principles to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, and Operations.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

CAD

ERP/MRP

Tools

SAP

CAD software

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Bedford | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits
Are you a Manufacturing Engineer passionate about driving efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement within a complex engineering environment?
We're seeking a proactive Manufacturing Engineer to play a key role across the full product lifecycle, from development and prototyping through to full-rate production. You'll work closely with engineering, production, and operations teams to develop robust manufacturing processes, improve yield, reduce costs, and support the successful delivery of key programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise manufacturing processes and production methods.
• Define assembly sequences, work instructions, production layouts, and material flows.
• Create and maintain Manufacturing BOMs, routings, and process documentation.
• Identify tooling and fixturing requirements to support production.
• Generate technical requirement specifications and manufacturing estimates.
• Support production readiness, shop floor problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive lean manufacturing principles to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, and Operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in manufacturing engineering within a complex engineering or highly regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of assembly processes, including electro-mechanical assembly, bonding, or similar technologies.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Experience producing technical drawings using CAD software.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and management of BOMs and routings (SAP desirable).
• A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for driving operational excellence.
• Composite manufacturing experience would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

• Work on innovative engineering programmes supporting advanced technology products.
• Influence manufacturing strategy and process development from concept to production.
• Join a collaborative team focused on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.