Manufacturing Engineer

Carbon60; England; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a proactive Manufacturing Engineer L2 in the United Kingdom to drive continuous improvement and optimize manufacturing processes. The role requires an HND in a mechanical discipline and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Ideal candidates will have skills in Lean manufacturing and problem-solving methodologies. The salary for this position is up to £43,000.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience managing end-to-end manufacturing or engineering projects in a production environment.
• Proven track record in driving process improvement using tools such as Pareto analysis, DMAIC, and OEE.
• Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, 8D).

Responsibilities

• Champion continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.
• Apply Lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and boost efficiency.
• Lead and support cross-functional projects with various teams.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Communication

Education

HND in a mechanical discipline

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Join Lufthansa Technik Landing Gear Services as a Manufacturing Engineer L2

Are you passionate about making things better, faster, and smarter? Do you thrive on solving problems and driving change? We're looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Manufacturing Engineer to help us take our operations to the next level!

What You'll Be Doing:

• Championing continuous improvement across our manufacturing processes
• Applying Lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and boost efficiency
• Leading and supporting cross-functional projects with teams from Operations, IT, Tooling, Supply Chain, and Maintenance
• Investigating new methods and layouts to improve throughput and flexibility
• Tackling production challenges head-on with structured problem-solving techniques
• Analysing performance data and turning insights into action
• Supporting equipment maintenance and ensuring everything runs like clockwork
• Keeping our SAP master data for tooling and equipment up to date

What We're Looking For:

• A minimum of HND in a mechanical discipline (CAD experience is a big plus!)
• A genuine interest in tool design and process optimisation
• Familiarity with Lean, Continuous Improvement, and Statistical Process Control is beneficial
• Someone who's curious, collaborative, and committed to making a difference

Experience & Skills

• 3-5 years of experience managing end-to-end manufacturing or engineering projects in a production environment.
• Proven track record in driving process improvement using tools such as Pareto analysis, DMAIC, and OEE.
• Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, 8D).
• Strong understanding of metal component processing and surface finishing operations, particularly for aerospace components.
• Skilled in interpreting engineering drawings and applying metrology principles.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively across teams.
• Advanced IT skills, including ERP/MRP systems, MS Office, and CAD software.

Salary - up to £43,000

Hours - Monday to Friday days or shift work (early 6am to 2pm one week, 2pm to 10pm one week rotating)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.