Manufacturing Engineer

Omega; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension plan

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Omega is seeking a driven Manufacturing Engineer in Cheltenham. This hybrid role blends customer-facing technical sales with hands-on engineering. Responsibilities include developing customer relationships, generating business, and delivering manufacturing solutions from enquiry to production. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree, experience in technical sales, and strong skills in precision machining and CAD/CAM software. Benefits include a pension plan, life assurance, and free onsite parking.

Qualifications

• Strong background in precision machining and manufacturing engineering.
• Experience in technical sales, account management, or customer-facing engineering roles.
• Understanding of AS9100 or similar quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to develop tailored manufacturing solutions.
• Manage and grow key accounts while identifying new business opportunities.
• Prepare technical proposals, quotations, and support customer tenders.

Skills

Precision machining

Technical sales

Customer relationship management

Manufacturing processes

CNC programming

Education

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

CAD/CAM software (e.g., HyperMILL, Vericut)

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Salary: Excellent Salary + Excellent benefits package

We are seeking a driven and technically capable Sales & Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. This is a hybrid role combining customer-facing technical sales with hands-on manufacturing engineering.

You will be responsible for developing customer relationships, generating new business, and delivering end-to-end manufacturing solutions—from initial enquiry through to production. This role requires strong knowledge of precision machining, commercial awareness, and the ability to translate customer requirements into efficient, high-quality manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities – Manufacturing Engineer

• Engage with customers to develop tailored manufacturing solutions
• Manage and grow key accounts while identifying new business opportunities
• Prepare technical proposals, quotations, and support customer tendersLead projects from enquiry through to production and successful delivery
• Develop manufacturing methods, process plans, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Ability to generate CNC programs (Milling, Turning, EDM) using CAM software
• Ability to produce CAD drawings and design jigs/fixtures (HyperMILL)
• Ensure smooth transition of new projects into production
• Work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles
• Support tooling, inspection, and production readiness activities

Qualifications & Requirements – Manufacturing Engineer

• Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or related discipline
• Strong background in precision machining and manufacturing engineering
• Experience in technical sales, account management, or customer-facing engineering roles
• Proficient in CAD/CAM software (e.g., HyperMILL & Vericut)
• Knowledge of CNC machining processes and manufacturing methods
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Understanding of AS9100 or similar quality standards
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Commercially aware with a proactive, results-driven approach
• Experience in Aerospace & Defence
• Knowledge of ITAR/export regulations
• Experience with Lean tools (5S, SPC, TPM, etc.)
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)

What we can offer – Manufacturing Engineer

• Company pension plan
• Life assurance
• Free onsite parking