Manufacturing Engineer

ALTEN LTD - UK; Broughton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle & Tech Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & Pension Scheme

Flexible way of working

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support the deployment of the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) on the production floor. The successful candidate will lead training sessions, develop performance KPIs, and work independently to ensure smooth implementation. Ideal candidates will have a background in manufacturing or engineering with 1-3 years of experience, strong communication skills, and a degree in engineering. Join us to innovate and shape the future of technology in this exciting role.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Confident working directly with operators and teams.
• Ability to explain MES tools clearly.

Responsibilities

• Understand MES platform workings and guide operators.
• Lead training sessions for operators on MES.
• Develop and track KPIs for system adoption.
• Provide customer updates on progress.
• Support structured rollout in production areas.
• Solve problems independently and maintain workflow.

Skills

Manufacturing or engineering background

Strong communication skills

Ability to learn MES tools quickly

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Role

Manufacturing Engineer – to support the deployment and adoption of our MES (Manufacturing Execution System) on the production floor. This role is ideal for someone who’s ready to take ownership, work autonomously, and lead from the front.

Location & Environment

• Location: Broughton
• On Site: Onsite
• Clearance: Not required
• Experience Level: Junior

Key Responsibilities

• MES Implementation Support – Understand how the MES platform works and guide operators through day‑to‑day use.
• Training Delivery – Lead training sessions on the shop floor, ensuring operators are confident and fully onboarded.
• KPI Creation & Tracking – Develop and monitor KPIs to measure system adoption and performance.
• Customer Reporting – Provide clear updates to the customer, including onboarding progress and training completion.
• Project‑Focused Mindset – Work in a structured, organised way to support a smooth rollout across production areas.
• Autonomous Working – Take initiative, solve problems on the spot, and keep momentum without needing close supervision.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Manufacturing or engineering background, ideally with 1–3 years’ experience.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with operators and cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to learn MES tools quickly and explain them clearly to others.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills

• Strong problem‑solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot issues on the shop floor.
• Comfort working in fast‑paced production environments and adapting to changing priorities.
• Confidence engaging with operators and supervisors to gather feedback and drive adoption.
• Basic understanding of change management when introducing new systems or processes.

Why join us

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech‑driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

What you get

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

Security Clearance may be required. As part of the onboarding process, candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.