Manufacturing Engineer

Morson Group; Cowes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group is partnering with the UK’s foremost defence manufacturer to recruit a Manufacturing Engineer for their Cowes facility on the Isle of Wight. The role focuses on translating design intent into Manufacturing Engineering outputs and ensuring readiness for Operations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate practical experience in manufacturing engineering, apply Lean tools, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while delivering project outputs and improvements.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent in Manufacturing Engineering with practical experience.
• Experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role delivering outputs to Operations.
• Familiarity with Lean tools and techniques (A3, 5S, VSM) and safety/ SHE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Influence design processes to align with manufacturing capabilities.
• Develop manufacturing capabilities and IT solutions to meet design specs.
• Support make-vs-buy decisions and contribute to project decisions.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and build line operations.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Lean principles

SHE knowledge

Education

HNC or equivalent

Job description

Morson is partnering with the UK’s foremost defence manufacturer to recruit Manufacturing Engineers for their Cowes facility on the Isle of Wight.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering Manufacturing Engineering outputs that ensure design intent is realised within Operations. The successful candidate will demonstrate both competence and confidence in their assigned responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Influence design processes to align with current and emerging manufacturing capabilities.


• Develop manufacturing capabilities and technologies, including IT solutions, to meet design specifications.


• Support the formulation of make versus buy strategies and contribute to decision-making processes.


• Contribute to build line operations and lead continuous improvement initiatives.


• Translate Engineering Design intent (drawings, standards, etc.) into Manufacturing Engineering data for operational use.


• Ensure all Manufacturing Engineering outputs comply with applicable safety and quality standards.


• Produce and advance Manufacturing Engineering deliverables in accordance with project and programme requirements.


• Define and execute emergent work affecting manufacture, fabrication, or construction.


• Analyse manufacturing data to inform process improvements and investment decisions.


• Collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders to deliver work packages that reflect business best practise.


• Provide functional support for local and organisation-wide improvement initiatives (e.g. Visual Management, SQCDP, LfE).


• Apply Lean tools and techniques efficiently and correctly (A3 problem solving, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, etc.) to drive process enhancements.


• Continuously develop professional expertise in Manufacturing Engineering.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.


• Creativity and innovation in problem-solving.


• Familiarity with relevant Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering standards, alongside SHE regulations.

Qualifications:

• HNC or equivalent with practical experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role, or a Foundation Degree supplemented by relevant experience.