Manufacturing Engineer

MTrec Ltd; Blyth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious precision engineering firm in Northumberland is seeking a permanent Manufacturing Engineer to enhance manufacturing capabilities and lead process improvements. The candidate will develop new processes, manage equipment projects, and participate in quality assurance activities. Strong technical skills in engineering and experience in a manufacturing environment are essential. Immediate starts available.

Benefits

Full time and Permanent contract

Company bonus structure

Free On-site Parking

Company Pension Scheme

Holiday entitlement + Stats

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a low-medium volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience with assembly, furnace brazing, soldering, CNC machining, TIG/plasma welding.
• Understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Lead in developing and implementing new processes and equipment.
• Participate in design reviews and support operations department.
• Ensure safety and efficiency in all processes.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Project management skills

High level of fitting and machining skills

Ability to read technical manuals

Self-starting and proactive

Education

HNC level in Electro/Mechanical Engineering

Four-year engineering apprenticeship

Tools

AutoCAD

Solidworks

Job description

Rewards and Benefits on Offer:

• A full time and Permanent contract from day 1!
• Immediate Starts Available.
• Company bonus structure
• Working with blue chip organisations/clients.
• Free On-site Parking.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Holiday entitlement + Stats.

MTrec’s New Opportunity:

MTrec Technical is proudly partnering with a prestigious precision engineering and manufacturing company based in Northumberland to recruit a permanent Manufacturing Engineer to join their expanding team.

In this key role, the successful candidate will take the lead in developing and implementing new processes and equipment to enhance manufacturing capabilities and drive operational efficiency.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Job you will do:

• To assist or lead in the development of new processes and equipment and ensure that the work is carried out safely, efficiently and in-line with company 5S and lean manufacturing principles, producing documentation, as required.
• Facilitate in the NPI process, DFM reviews and translate customers’ requirements into capable processes to achieve conforming manufactured solutions & products.
• Participate in customer and internal design reviews supporting the operations department.
• Understanding and translation of engineering drawings and GD&T is essential.
• Assist in Supplier Quality Assurance activities to ensure a reliable supply of goods or services that satisfy the customer’s needs.
• Project-manage new equipment, plant, facility, and services installations.
• Assist in the preparation of departmental budgets.
• Compile manufacturing documentation where applicable.
• Participate in equipment & process risk assessment reviews.
• Assist in production process problem solving.
• Produce written reports for Departmental Heads.
• Always Work with due regard to health and safety.
• Ensure that 5S principals and good housekeeping prevails within all areas of work.

About you:

• Recognised four-year engineering apprenticeship, either Electro/Mechanical or Technical/Craft based.
• Educated to a minimum of HNC level in Electro/Mechanical based Engineering subject.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a low-medium volume manufacturing environment.
• 2D or 3D drawing using AutoCAD / Solidworks, or similar package.
• Ability to offer suggestions on improvements to equipment or processes.
• Experience of processes including various types of assembly, furnace brazing, soldering, CNC machining, TIG/plasma welding, vacuum systems and surface treatment.
• Be self-starting, proactive and highly motivated.
• Excellent practical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good project management skills.
• High level of fitting and machining skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals and drawings.
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications.