Manufacturing Engineer

MBDA UK Ltd; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Bolton is looking for a Support Engineer to enhance manufacturing engineering processes. The role involves translating design requirements into instructions and managing various projects. Candidates should possess relevant engineering qualifications and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary of around £43,500 annually.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contributions up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Up to 15 additional days of flexi leave

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave benefits

Subsidised meals and free parking

Qualifications

• Proactive problem-solving skills and commitment to meeting delivery milestones.
• Ability to interpret design drawings and produce manufacturing instructions.
• Teamwork and effective communication skills, familiar with digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support operations staff by translating design requirements into user instructions.
• Handle multiple projects related to manufacturing problem identification and resolution.
• Support new product introduction and tooling development.

Skills

Proactive problem-solving skills

Ability to interpret design drawings

Teamwork and effective communication skills

Education

Formal technical Engineering/Craft Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3

BEng in relevant Engineering

Job description

Fantastic opportunity to take ownership of manufacturing engineering processes and equipment to make improvements to production whilst developing new skills and techniques.

Salary: Circa £43,500 depending on experience.

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification.

Security Clearance:
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance, varies year to year)
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer and employee)
• Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave; enhancements available for paternity, neonatal, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking, and more

The opportunity:

An opening on the manufacturing lines for a support engineer responsible for translating design requirements into user instructions and developing project manufacturing architecture. You will support operations staff within the manufacturing facility and grow your manufacturing knowledge through work on industrial validation, manufacturing architecture, and factory of the future principles.

Working with the Principal Engineer, you will handle multiple projects related to manufacturing problem identification and resolution, including support for existing lines, new product introduction, validation, configuration control, non-conformance, safety, design for manufacture, and tooling development.

What we're looking for from you:

• Formal technical Engineering/Craft Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3 and a relevant HNC or equivalent qualification
• OR BEng in relevant Engineering
• Proactive problem-solving skills and commitment to meeting delivery milestones
• Ability to interpret design drawings and produce manufacturing instructions
• Teamwork and effective communication skills, familiar with digital platforms

Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation supporting armed forces worldwide. We value diversity and inclusion, with employee networks supporting various communities. We encourage applicants to seek support or adjustments during the recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Glassdoor, or visit our careers website for more info.