Manufacturing Engineer

Matchtech Group; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Training & development

Team collaboration

Wellbeing & safety

Job summary

Our client in South Molton, Devon, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support development, improvement and maintenance of robust manufacturing processes for aerospace components supplied to global aviation customers.

You will drive continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and operational excellence, lead cross-functional projects and apply Six Sigma tools to reduce variation and improve capability. Knowledge of CAD/CAM and aerospace standards is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping and One-Piece Flow.
• Experience with Six Sigma tools (RCA, 8D, PFMEA, Control Charts, Pareto, Gage R&R).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust, cost-effective manufacturing processes and controls.
• Drive continuous improvement, lean initiatives and cost reduction.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Apply Six Sigma methods to reduce variation and improve process capability.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure manufacturability and NPI readiness.
• Prepare cost estimates and business cases for new equipment and technologies.
• Train and mentor production personnel on process improvements.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CAD

CAM

Microsoft Office

Six Sigma tools

Job description

Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturing organisation based in South Molton, Devon, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the development, improvement and maintenance of robust manufacturing processes for high-quality aerospace components supplied to global aviation customers. This permanent, full-time position offers the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and operational excellence within an advanced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain robust, cost-effective manufacturing processes, product structures and process controls.
• Drive continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, value engineering and cost reduction initiatives to improve efficiency, quality and productivity.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Apply Six Sigma tools and structured problem-solving methods to reduce variation and improve process capability.
• Participate in design reviews, concurrent engineering and Design for Manufacture assessments to ensure product manufacturability.
• Support New Product Introduction programmes, manufacturing readiness activities and the transition from product inception through to customer delivery.
• Prepare work breakdown structures, manufacturing cost estimates, business cases and capital investment proposals for new equipment and technologies.
• Train and mentor production personnel while collaborating with engineering, quality, production and other stakeholders on process improvements.

Job Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing techniques, including Value Stream Mapping and One-Piece Flow.
• Experience with Six Sigma tools and methodologies, including Root Cause Analysis, 8D, PFMEA, Control Charts, Pareto Analysis and Gage R&R.
• Experience using CAD, CAM and Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, tooling, welding, moulding and assembly.
• Ability to lead cross-functional improvement projects and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards, including AS9100 and ISO 9001, would be advantageous.
• Experience supporting NPI programmes, product testing and validation, or a Six Sigma qualification such as Green Belt or Black Belt would be beneficial.

Additional Knowledge:

Knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermal systems, product reliability or electronic systems would be advantageous. Due to the nature of the work, additional security screening and eligibility checks relating to export-controlled technology and information may be required.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on complex aerospace engineering projects.
• Career progression within an innovative manufacturing environment.
• Ongoing training, development and professional growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Commitment to quality, safety, sustainability and employee wellbeing.