Manufacturing Engineer

Terry Parris Associates; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join a dynamic aerospace team in Hinckley. The role involves designing manufacturing processes and supporting production. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering and experience in aerospace manufacturing. The position offers a salary of GBP48,000 - GBP52,000 along with 25 holidays and additional benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life insurance

Health insurance

Company uniform

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical or Production Engineering.
• Background in aerospace manufacturing, ideally in welding, fabrication, or metal forming.
• Strong working knowledge of engineering drawings and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement efficient manufacturing methods.
• Support production with tooling and process improvements.
• Manage quality control documentation and compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering

Tools

Catia

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Hinckley
Salary: GBP48,000 - GBP52,000

We re seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team at our Farnborough facility. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering efficient, high-quality manufacturing processes and supporting both day-to-day production and strategic projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace components in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Manufacturing Engineer:

• Design and implement efficient, cost-effective manufacturing methods and processes.
• Support production with tooling, fixtures, and process improvements to ensure Right First Time standards.
• Manage quality control documentation and compliance with industry regulations.
• Analyse performance data to drive continuous improvement.
• Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve production challenges.

What You ll Need:

• Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical or Production Engineering.
• Background in aerospace manufacturing, ideally in welding, fabrication, or metal forming.
• Strong working knowledge of engineering drawings, CAD tools (Catia, SolidWorks), and ERP systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.

Desirable Extras:

• Green Belt Six Sigma, APQP/PPAP, or advanced quality tools experience.
• Familiarity with NDT techniques and industry compliance requirements.

The Manufacturing Engineer role offers:

• GBP48,000 - GBP52,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life insurance and health insurance
• Company uniform and on-site parking
• Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:00am 4:00pm, Friday 7:00am 12:00pm (39 hours/week)

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you ll be at the heart of innovation and production excellence, contributing directly to high-performance aerospace solutions.

Apply through the link and we will call you to discuss the details.

TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process.